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Department of Health and Human Services

26PMEHSACUTEHOSPITAL: Rate Year 2026 Acute Hospital Request for Applications

Solicitation: Not available
Notice ID: ma_commbuys_d43e3556a1c5c6feb560

Federal opportunity from EHS01 - EHS • Executive Office of Health and Human Services. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: Sep 30, 2026. Industry: NAICS UNSPSC 85-10-00.

Market snapshot

Baseline awarded-market signal across all contracting (sample of 400 recent awards; refreshed periodically).

12-month awarded value
$546,655,675
Sector total $546,655,675 • Share 100.0%
Live
Median
$97,181
P10–P90
$33,967$992,402
Volatility
Volatile200%
Market composition
NAICS share of sector
A simple concentration signal, not a forecast.
100.0%
share
Momentum (last 3 vs prior 3 buckets)
+100%($546,655,675)
Deal sizing
$97,181 median
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Place of performance
Jin Pantano 100 Hancock Street MassHealth Office of Provider Network Quincy, MA 02171 US Email: AcuteHospitalRFA@mass.gov Phone: (617) 847-6510
State: MA
Contracting office
Not listed

Point of Contact

Not available

Agency & Office

Department
Executive Office of Health and Human Services
Agency
EHS01 - EHS
Subagency
EHS01 - EHS
Office
Priscilla Martin
Contracting Office Address
Not available

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Description

EOHHS is issuing the RY 2026 Acute Hospital RFA to solicit applications from eligible, in-state Acute Hospitals wishing to participate as MassHealth Providers. Prospective applicants may submit written questions concerning this RFA no later than September 12, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. to Jin Pantano. RFA submissions, including all required documentation, are due no later than September 30, 2025, at 5:00 pm, as per the instructions in Section 9.B of the RFA.

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Updated: Feb 17, 2026
Executive summary

The Massachusetts Executive Office of Health and Human Services is issuing the Rate Year 2026 Acute Hospital Request for Applications (RFA) for in-state Acute Hospitals to join as MassHealth Providers. Applications are due by September 30, 2025, which provides a defined timeline for interested hospitals to prepare their submissions. Questions regarding the RFA must be submitted by September 12, 2025, highlighting the importance of timely communication for potential applicants.

What the buyer is trying to do

The buyer is seeking applications from eligible in-state Acute Hospitals to become MassHealth Providers for the Rate Year 2026, thus expanding access to health services in Massachusetts.

Work breakdown
  • Review RFA documents
  • Prepare application responses
  • Compile required documentation
  • Submit applications before the deadline
  • Address any inquiries regarding the RFA
Response package checklist
  • Cover letter
  • Completed application form
  • Financial statements
  • Proof of licensure
  • Documentation supporting qualifications as a MassHealth provider
Suggested keywords
MassHealthacute hospitalRFAhealthcare providerEHS
Source coverage notes

Some notices publish limited source detail. Confirm these points before final bid/no-bid decisions.

  • Specific eligibility criteria for hospitals
  • Details on evaluation metrics
  • Clarification on reimbursement rates
  • Potential funding limits or caps
  • Specific performance expectations post-selection

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