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MA20260018 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Essex
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Clothing & Apparel (VCD) (3 Yean Contract)
Solicitation: BD-26-1142-143-143-128161
Notice ID: ma_commbuys_4f9ade3fe9bca100cd1c
Source codes • 53, 10, 00Department • City of BostonAgency • 143 - ProcurementState • MAPosted • Apr 20, 2026, 09:00 AM UTCDue • May 13, 2026, 12:00 PM UTC• ExpiredBid range • $316,256 - $374,822
Contract snapshot
Federal opportunity from 143 - Procurement • City of Boston. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: May 13, 2026. Industry: Source industry codes 53, 10, 00.
- Source
- Open on official portal →
- Solicitation
- BD-26-1142-143-143-128161
- Performance
- Boston, MA 02201
- Response
- May 13, 2026, 12:00 PM UTC
Live POP
Place of performance
Boston, MA 02201
State: MA
Contracting office
Procurement 1 City Hall Square Boston City Hall, Room 808 Boston, MA 02201 US
Point of Contact
Name
Irene.Ioakimidis
Email
Irene.Ioakimidis@boston.gov
Phone
617-635-3207
Agency & Office
Department
City of Boston
Agency
143 - Procurement
Subagency
143 - Procurement
Office
143 - City Hall
Contracting Office Address
Procurement 1 City Hall Square Boston City Hall, Room 808 Boston, MA 02201 US
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MA20260018 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Essex
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Base $50.10Fringe $31.45
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Base $66.17Fringe $37.08
Rate
Base $57.18Fringe $33.70
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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
Rate
Base $57.83Fringe $33.70
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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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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
INVITATION FOR SEALED BIDS FOR THE PROCUREMENT OF THE FOLLOWING SERVICES AND/OR SUPPLIES: Clothing & Apparel (VCD), To access details for this specific bid event, or to respond through electronic format, Please visit the City of Boston Supplier Portal (boston.gov/procurement) and access Event EV00017361 or contact Irene Ioakimidis at 617-635-3207 or Irene.Ioakimidis@boston.gov
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 21, 2026
Client-ready brief
Executive summary
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The City of Boston is soliciting sealed bids for a three-year contract to provide Clothing & Apparel (VCD). Bids must be submitted electronically through the City of Boston Supplier Portal by May 13, 2026. This opportunity is likely suitable for suppliers specializing in apparel who can meet the City’s procurement standards and deadlines.
Clothing procurementApparel supply contractCity of Boston apparelMunicipal clothing bidssource codes 53, 10, 00
What the buyer is trying to do
The buyer seeks qualified vendors to supply Clothing & Apparel over a three-year period, targeting vendors that can fulfill the requirements set forth in a formal sealed bidding process.
Who should pursue this
- Apparel manufacturers
- Wholesalers of clothing
- Vendors with experience in municipal contracts
Work breakdown
- Review bid documents
- Prepare proposal materials
- Submit bid through Supplier Portal by deadline
- Coordinate logistics for potential contract execution
Response package checklist
- Completed bid documents
- Proof of compliance with specifications
- Bid pricing sheet
- Business registration documentation
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
- Ensure adherence to municipal procurement rules
- Check alignment with NAICS codes 53, 10, 00
Pricing strategy
- Consider competitive pricing based on market analysis
- Factor in potential volume discounts for a three-year contract
Teaming and subs
- Consider partnering with local apparel manufacturers for sourcing
- Subcontracting with logistics firms for delivery
Risks and watchouts
- Potential delays in bid preparations
- Non-compliance with submission requirements
- Market volatility affecting pricing
Smart questions to ask
- What specific types of clothing are needed?
- Are there performance metrics or standards required?
- What is the expected volume of orders annually?
Source coverage notes
Some notices publish limited source detail. Confirm these points before final bid/no-bid decisions.
- Detailed specifications on clothing types needed
- Total estimated budget for the contract
- Any previous contract holders or incumbents
- Compliance details for apparel specifications
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