Massachusetts Statewide Contract PRF88
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You Have Access Under PRF88. Here's How to Use It.
Your agency, town, school district, library, or public college can now order interpretation and translation through Statewide Contract PRF88 without running a new procurement. Knowing that is the easy part. In 30 minutes, Mark Byrne, Piedmont Global's Language Access Lead for Massachusetts, covers what the contract includes, how ordering works, and how to get your staff using it before the next resident is left out of the conversation.
Can't make it live? Register anyway and we'll send you the recording.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
- Time
- 10 AM ET
- Length
- 30 min
- Where
- Online
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What You'll Learn
Mark splits the session in two: 10 minutes on the language access obligations Massachusetts organizations already carry, then 20 minutes on putting PRF88 to work.
What Title VI & Executive Order 615 Require
Title VI applies to agencies and schools that receive federal funds. Executive Order 615 requires every executive department agency to name a Language Access Coordinator and develop a Language Access Plan. Source: Mass.gov (opens in a new tab)
What Piedmont Global Offers on PRF88
Over-the-Phone Interpretation (OPI) and Video Remote Interpretation (VRI) under Category 1, and document translation under Category 3.
How to Order Without a New Procurement
Confirm your organization is eligible, issue a purchase order against PRF88, and connect to an interpreter through a toll-free number. You don't need any special equipment.
How to Choose a Vendor on PRF88
Every eligible organization still has to pick a vendor. Mark covers what to ask for, including rollout, staff training, and usage reports you can take to leadership.
600+
Spanish-speaking families reached
A School District Case Study
Northshore School District in Washington had an English-only video about a close bond levy vote. For a few hundred dollars, the district reached its 600+ Spanish-speaking families in Spanish.
Who Should Attend
Any organization eligible to buy through PRF88:
- State Agencies & Authorities
- Cities & Towns
- K-12 School Districts
- Public Libraries
- Public Higher Education Institutions
The session is built for the people who make language access work day to day: Language Access Coordinators, procurement and purchasing staff, English learner and family engagement leads, and managers of public-facing teams.
Bring a Colleague
Buying through PRF88 usually takes more than one person. Forward this page to your procurement lead or program manager so you both hear the same details at the same time.
Your Presenter
Mark Byrne
Language Access Lead for Massachusetts, Piedmont Global
Mark is your direct contact for PRF88.
What Piedmont Global Brings to PRF88
300+
Languages & Dialects, Including American Sign Language (ASL)
All available under one contract.
Under 15 Seconds
That's the average time to connect with an interpreter.
Connexus™ by Piedmont Global
One platform for phone and video interpretation, with scheduling, billing, and reporting built in. Connexus also offers SSO and an audit-ready record of every session.
Rollout, Training & a Dedicated Account Lead
We train your team on how to request an interpreter or translation, and on when and why it matters. A dedicated account lead keeps your workflows and staff supported throughout your contract.
Certified Quality
ISO 9001, ISO 17100, and ISO 27001 certified. Piedmont Global is also a certified minority-owned business.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can buy through PRF88?
Eligible state agencies and authorities, cities and towns, K-12 school districts, public libraries, and public higher education institutions.
Do we need to run an RFP?
No. OSD already ran the competitive bid. Under $10,000, you can order directly. At $10,000 and above, PRF88 asks you to collect at least three quotes before issuing a purchase order.
What does Piedmont Global offer on PRF88?
Category 1 includes on-demand Over-the-Phone Interpretation (OPI), available 24/7, and Video Remote Interpretation (VRI), available 24/7 for ASL and Spanish. Category 3 includes document translation.
Who awarded the contract, and how long does it run?
The Massachusetts Operational Services Division (OSD) awarded PRF88. It runs from September 2, 2026, to June 30, 2032.
Will the webinar be recorded?
Yes. Everyone who registers gets the recording, and it will be posted on our Massachusetts contract page.
How do I join?
On a computer, join in Chrome, Edge, or Safari with nothing to download. On a phone or tablet, use the free Riverside app, because mobile browsers aren't supported. If you can't join online, register anyway and we'll send you the recording.
Access Only Counts When Someone Uses It
A contract on file doesn't help the resident at the front desk or the parent on hold. Staff who know when to call an interpreter do. The webinar covers how to get your team there.
