26EHSPMPCAPEPRFR: RFR for Pooled Employer Plan provider services for MassHealth PCA Program
Federal opportunity from Executive Office of Health and Human Services. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: Jun 19, 2026.
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- Solicitation
- BD-26-1039-EHS01-ASHWA-120478
- Performance
- MA
- Response
- Jun 19, 2026, 05:00 PM UTC
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Description
The PCA Workforce Council, on behalf of EOHHS, is issuing a RFR to solicit proposals from qualified vendors to provide Pooled Plan Provider services for the purpose of managing a Pooled Employer Plan on behalf of consumer-employers in the MassHealth PCA program.
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The PCA Workforce Council is seeking proposals for Pooled Employer Plan provider services specifically tailored for the MassHealth PCA program. This request for response (RFR) emphasizes the need for qualified vendors to effectively manage a pooled employer plan for consumer-employers. With the response deadline set for March 13, 2026, this opportunity is primarily targeted at small businesses (SBPP Eligible).
The PCA Workforce Council intends to engage a vendor who can proficiently manage Pooled Employer Plan services for the MassHealth PCA program, enhancing support for consumer-employers.
- Small businesses with expertise in pooled plans
- Companies experienced in providing services to health programs
- Vendors with a proven track record in workforce management
- Review proposal documents provided in the links
- Prepare and submit a compelling proposal by the deadline
- Outline the operational strategy for managing the pooled employer plan
- Detail experience and capabilities in providing similar services
- Establish a clear pricing model for the proposed services
- Include risk management strategies in the proposal
- Company background and qualifications
- Detailed project approach
- Proposed pricing structure
- References from similar contracts
- Completed RFR response forms
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- Follow the guidelines in the RFR documents
- Ensure all submitted documents are compliant with SBPP eligibility
- Consider competitive pricing while ensuring sustainability
- Align pricing with the proposed scope of services
- Potential partnership with health services consultants
- Collaboration with financial management firms specializing in pooled plans
- Ensure compliance with all MassHealth regulations
- Potential challenges in managing diverse employer needs
- Risk of underestimating required administrative capacity
- What specific metrics will determine the success of the service provision?
- Are there particular compliance challenges previously encountered?
- What support will the PCA Workforce Council provide to ensure successful implementation?
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- Details on the scope of services required are vague
- Clarification on the evaluation criteria for proposals
- Specifics on collaboration expectations with consumers
- Information regarding the current vendor landscape
- Additional deadlines or milestones in the proposal process
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