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Massachusetts Municipal Public Health Shared Services Program
New DPH Grant Opportunity!
 
Questions Due Date: February 14, 2020, 4:00PM to 
Ron.Oconnor@state.ma.us

Application Due Date: February 27, 2020 4:00PM

COMMBUYS BID Number: BD-20-1031-OFFIC-OLRH-47416

 

 

  
The Office of Local and Regional Health (OLRH) of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (MDPH) seeks proposals from Boards of Health to support public health cross-jurisdictional sharing arrangements across Massachusetts municipalities. The shared services will be provided through new formal cross-jurisdictional sharing arrangements in accordance with the recommendations of the Special Commission on Local and Regional Public Health (Commission). The report is available on COMMBUYS and at the following link: www.mass.gov/orgs/special-commission-on-local-and-regional-public-health . Please read below for more information on how to apply.
 
Background Summary
  • DPH plans to award 3-5 Massachusetts Municipal Public Health Shared Services planning grants in a Request for Responses (RFR) that was posted earlier this month. These grant awards are in addition to awards previously announced. Click here to view the RFR, application deadline, and related documents.
  • The Special Commission on Local and Regional Public Health recommended that the number of Massachusetts local boards of health utilizing cross-jurisdictional services or shared services be increased as part of its blueprint for a more effective and efficient local public health system.
  • This new RFR addresses the first step - increasing the capacity of all local boards of health to carry out current statutory powers and duties. This program is part of a longer range effort to build the capacity of the Massachusetts local public health system to actively participate in local and regional efforts to address health disparities and the social determinants of health.
RFR Brief Descriptors

  • Applicants may request up to $50,000.00 (annualized amount).
  • Office of Local and Regional Health anticipates awarding up to 4 grants for planning of new public health cross-jurisdictional sharing arrangements. Future funding levels are dependent upon state appropriations.
  • Staffing patterns should be arranged to meet the needs of the proposed cross-jurisdictional sharing arrangement. Applicants must identify an individual who is responsible for grant deliverables, being the point of contact for the grant, and attending required meetings and trainings.
  • Grant funds can be used for staff salaries, benefits, payroll taxes, consultants, facilities, travel, program supplies, and related expenses. The lead applicant may charge up to 15% to the grant for administrative costs. Funds cannot be used for equipment or capital expenses without prior written approval.
 
Contact and Questions

Contact: COMMBUYS website Click here  for entire grant package.
Ron O'Connor, MPH
Director, Office of Local and Regional Health
Massachusetts Department of Public Health
5 Randolph Street, Canton, MA 02021
P: 781.774.6603 | F: 781.774.6700 | Cell: 617.938.4437
E-mail:                  ron.oconnor@state.ma.us
 

Marcia A. Testa, MPH, PhD
President
The Massachusetts Association Of Health Boards
Website: www.mahb.org
Phone: 1-508-643-0234