With a longer scale length like this would you need a special set of strings?
Depends on what tuning you're using. Standard tuning just requires that you get two bigger strings on top of a standard 6-string pack. A lot of people use a 9-46 set with a 56 and a 70 for the B and F#, respectively. It does also depend on your preference of tension and general size.
In short, no, it does not require special sets of strings.