Best fitDavis-Baconstate match
MA20260018 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Essex
24 occupation rates available in the full WD.
RFP-Special Education and Other Transportation Services
Solicitation: BD-26-2123-AVC01-AVCMB-128326
Notice ID: ma_commbuys_b5176f3dc41df509b999
Department • Assabet Valley CollaborativeState • MAPosted • —Due • May 26, 2026, 01:00 PM UTC• Closes in 0 daysBid range • $316,256 - $374,822
Contract snapshot
Federal opportunity from Assabet Valley Collaborative. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: May 26, 2026.
- Source
- Open on official portal →
- Solicitation
- BD-26-2123-AVC01-AVCMB-128326
- Performance
- MA
- Response
- May 26, 2026, 01:00 PM UTC
Live POP
Place of performance
MA
Contracting office
Not listed
Point of Contact
Name
Jennifer Reyes
Email
Not available
Phone
Not available
Agency & Office
Department
Assabet Valley Collaborative
Agency
Not available
Subagency
Not available
Office
Jennifer Reyes
Contracting Office Address
Not available
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Davis-BaconBest fitstate match
MA20260018 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Essex
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Base $50.10Fringe $31.45
Rate
Base $66.17Fringe $37.08
Rate
Base $57.18Fringe $33.70
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Davis-Baconstate match
MA20260023 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Plymouth
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Base $50.10Fringe $31.45
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Base $57.18Fringe $33.70
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Base $57.83Fringe $33.70
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Davis-Baconstate match
MA20260017 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Bristol
Rate
Base $66.17Fringe $37.08
Rate
Base $57.18Fringe $33.70
Rate
Base $57.83Fringe $33.70
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Davis-Baconstate match
MA20260006 (Rev 2)Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Barnstable, Berkshire, Bristol +11
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Base $30.86Fringe $14.15
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Base $37.15Fringe $14.57
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Base $38.38Fringe $14.66
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Description
RFP-Special Education and Other Transportation Services
Advisory bid range
Pricing and bid posture
$316,256 - $374,822
Contractor-side estimate from visible notice metadata, NAICS/PSC, contract type, schedule hints, and BidPulsar workpaper assumptions. Not an IGCE, incumbent price, award value, or government budget.
Floor
$316,256
Target
$334,663
Premium
$374,822
Labor
$167,120
Direct
$15,500
Burden
$112,136
Fee + reserve
$39,442
Target $334,663Hybrid workpaper with explicit assumptions4 modeled rows
This advisory bid range is visible page text for contractors and search engines: it summarizes the modeled floor, target, and premium bid posture for this solicitation.
Market snapshot
Baseline awarded-market signal across all contracting (sample of 400 recent awards; refreshed periodically).
12-month awarded value
$3,515,334,796
Sector total $3,515,334,796 • Share 100.0%
Live
Median
$350,000
P10–P90
$32,216–$3,347,126
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%($3,515,334,796)
Deal sizing
$350,000 median
Use as a pricing centerline.
Live signal is computed from awarded notices already observed in the system.
Signals shown are descriptive of observed awards; not a forecast.
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BidPulsar Analysis
A practical, capture-style breakdown of fit, requirements, risks, and next steps.
Updated: Apr 18, 2026
Client-ready brief
Executive summary
medium confidencegpt 4o mini
The Assabet Valley Collaborative (AVC) is seeking qualified vendors to provide special education transportation services for 250-400 students across its member districts. The response deadline for proposals is set for May 26, 2026. This opportunity covers multiple districts, ensuring broad outreach and potential contracts for attentive service providers.
special education transportationAVCstudent transport serviceseducational transportationcompliance standards
What the buyer is trying to do
The AVC aims to secure reliable transportation services specifically for special education students, enhancing mobility and support for students with diverse needs across its member districts.
Who should pursue this
- Companies with prior experience in special education transportation.
- Vendors serving educational institutions and related sectors.
- Providers with a strong track record of compliance and safety in transport services.
Work breakdown
- Identify appropriate transportation solutions for special education needs.
- Engage with AVC member districts for specific requirements.
- Ensure that transportation services comply with all safety and regulatory standards.
- Submit comprehensive proposals addressing the RFP requirements.
Response package checklist
- Complete proposal detailing service capabilities.
- Provide evidence of prior experience in special education transport.
- Submit safety protocols and compliance documentation.
- Include a competitive pricing structure.
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
- Transportation services must adhere to safety regulations for special education.
- Vendors must demonstrate an understanding of specific needs related to diverse student populations.
Pricing strategy
- Consider pricing based on student headcount and special transport needs.
- Evaluate costs relative to competitive bids in the region.
Teaming and subs
- Consider teaming with local transport operators who have experience in the education sector.
- Subcontracting negotiations with specialized service providers focusing on special needs.
Risks and watchouts
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements to avoid penalties.
- Monitor potential fluctuations in student numbers affecting service needs.
- Be aware of budget constraints from the AVC member districts that may limit service scope.
Smart questions to ask
- What specific compliance standards must be met for transportation services?
- Are there specific routes or geographic considerations that must be addressed?
- What is the budget allocated for these transportation services?
Source coverage notes
Some notices publish limited source detail. Confirm these points before final bid/no-bid decisions.
- Detailed budget range for proposed services.
- Specific performance metrics expected by the AVC.
- Clarification on potential penalties for service non-compliance.
- Exact nature of reporting requirements post-awarding the contract.
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