Metropolitan Area Planning Council - North Suffolk Early Childhood Hub Program Design and Regional Coordination Support RFP - BD-27-1217-MAP02-MAP02-133938 (2026)
Metropolitan Area Planning Council (Mapc)MPO · Boston, MA- Due
- Oct 21, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 30, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Marjorie Weinberger
- (617) 933-0724
The 30-second brief
The Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) seeks proposals from qualified consultants to assist the North Suffolk Public Health Collaborative (NSPHC) with designing and piloting a home visiting program, conducting a landscape analysis of open-access early childhood support groups, providing regional convening and cross-municipal coordination, and supporting funder and field engagement for the North Suffolk Early Childhood Hub (NSECH). This initiative serves the cities of Chelsea and Revere and the town of Winthrop, Massachusetts. The scope includes project management, supporting the Welcome Home Visiting Program pilot, analyzing support group landscapes, facilitating quarterly regional meetings for public health directors, and documenting progress for funders. The contract amount will not exceed $75,000, funded through a philanthropic grant, running from anticipated contract execution through June 30, 2027, with an option to extend for one additional fiscal year through June 30, 2028. Proposals are due by October 21, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. ET.
Meeting notes, Invoices, And progress reports; brief written updates after each milestone; Welcome Home Visiting Program design document; pilot/test plan with defined learning questions and timeline; brief plan for engaging new mothers and caregivers directly; landscape analysis report identifying current groups, Gaps, And recommended next steps; working version of a regional monthly calendar of relevant support groups; logistical and facilitation support for at least three regional quarterly meetings; short capability-building plan or set of learning sessions for health directors and staff; regular directors coordination check-in structure with brief notes; brief mapping of relevant peer initiatives and potential connections; short progress narrative and/or set of simple metrics suitable for funder updates and future grant applications
Qualifications and experience of the Proposer, Proposer's understanding and approach/methodology, Quality of Proposer's approach to budget and cost-effectiveness, Satisfaction of previous clients
Hear what Metropolitan Area Planning Council (Mapc) plans next before it's posted.
Get alerts freeFree account · 30-second setup · No credit card
Summary
The Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) seeks proposals from qualified consultants to assist the North Suffolk Public Health Collaborative (NSPHC) with designing and piloting a home visiting program, conducting a landscape analysis of open-access early childhood support groups, providing regional convening and cross-municipal coordination, and supporting funder and field engagement for the North Suffolk Early Childhood Hub (NSECH).
This initiative serves the cities of Chelsea and Revere and the town of Winthrop, Massachusetts. The scope includes project management, supporting the Welcome Home Visiting Program pilot, analyzing support group landscapes, facilitating quarterly regional meetings for public health directors, and documenting progress for funders. The contract amount will not exceed $75,000, funded through a philanthropic grant, running from anticipated contract execution through June 30, 2027, with an option to extend for one additional fiscal year through June 30, 2028. Proposals are due by October 21, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. ET.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Qualifications and experience of the Proposer
- Proposer's understanding and approach/methodology
- Quality of Proposer's approach to budget and cost-effectiveness
- Satisfaction of previous clients
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
12- Meeting notes, Invoices, And progress reports
- Brief written updates after each milestone
- Welcome Home Visiting Program design document
- Pilot/test plan with defined learning questions and timeline
- Brief plan for engaging new mothers and caregivers directly
- Landscape analysis report identifying current groups, Gaps, And recommended next steps
- Working version of a regional monthly calendar of relevant support groups
- Logistical and facilitation support for at least three regional quarterly meetings
- Short capability-building plan or set of learning sessions for health directors and staff
- Regular directors coordination check-in structure with brief notes
- Brief mapping of relevant peer initiatives and potential connections
- Short progress narrative and/or set of simple metrics suitable for funder updates and future grant applications
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Proposal Signature Page
- Certificate of Non-Collusion
- Certificate of Tax Compliance
- Reference Form
- Letter of Exceptions
- Technical Proposal
- Price Proposal
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 20 months
- Scope location
- Boston, MA
- Reported agency
- Metropolitan Area Planning Council
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Metropolitan Area Planning Council (Mapc)?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 21, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Marjorie Weinberger.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Metropolitan Area Planning Council (Mapc) in MA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Marjorie Weinberger at (617) 933-0724. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Meeting notes, Invoices, And progress reports; brief written updates after each milestone; Welcome Home Visiting Program design document; pilot/test plan with defined learning questions and timeline; brief plan for engaging new mothers and caregivers directly; landscape analysis report identifying c. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
Show 5 more questions
What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Qualifications and experience of the Proposer, Proposer's understanding and approach/methodology, Quality of Proposer's approach to budget and cost-effectiveness, Satisfaction of previous clients" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Metropolitan Area Planning Council (Mapc)?
All active and historical solicitations from Metropolitan Area Planning Council (Mapc) are tracked and searchable. As a mpo agency, Metropolitan Area Planning Council (Mapc) regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Proposal Signature Page, Certificate of Non-Collusion, Certificate of Tax Compliance, Reference Form, Letter of Exceptions, Technical Proposal, Price Proposal. Review the full document from Metropolitan Area Planning Council (Mapc) for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Boston, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
