RFR 243128 DPH Honorarium Speakers/Lecturers

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health is establishing a master‑agreement to maintain a pool of qualified speakers and lecturers for public‑health related events, conferences, and trainings. The contractor (individual, sole‑proprietor, or single‑member LLC) will be engaged on an as‑needed basis, with rates negotiated per engagement. The scope includes providing curriculum vitae, topic outlines, and required handouts ahead of each event, and complying with racial‑equity and data‑privacy requirements. The contract is a five‑year, fee‑for‑service arrangement with an estimated total ceiling of $100 K, roughly $20 K per year, and a maximum‑obligation structure. • Provides expert speakers for DPH‑run conferences, workshops, and symposia covering topics such as nutrition, infectious disease, emergency preparedness, and more. • Vendor must submit a completed application form, résumé/CV, licenses, references, and a maximum hourly or per‑engagement rate. • Payments are on a fixed‑price basis per engagement, invoiced monthly, and made via EFT; prompt‑pay discounts are encouraged.