Respite Services - Master Agreement Request for Applications

The Massachusetts Department of Mental Health (DMH) is seeking to establish a pool of qualified providers from which DMH Areas can purchase Site-Based Respite and/or Mobile Respite Services on an as-needed basis. DMH will enter into a Master Agreement with all qualified providers. The services will be provided to individuals with mental health needs, and the providers will be required to meet certain standards and requirements. The contract will be for a specified duration, and the providers will be required to submit a Supplier Diversity Program Plan Form for Purchase of Service (POS) with their proposal. Key aspects of the job include: • Providing Site-Based Respite and/or Mobile Respite Services to individuals with mental health needs • Meeting the standards and requirements specified in the Master Agreement • Submitting a Supplier Diversity Program Plan Form for POS with the proposal • Participating in the Commonwealth Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) program for receiving payments • Complying with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other relevant laws and regulations