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MA20260018 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Essex
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AFT 6000-1095 AeroFit Respirator Fit Test System - BFD
Solicitation: BD-26-1142-221-221-125336
Notice ID: ma_commbuys_1d9e36e9d72d3aacd15e
Source codes • 46, 19, 00Department • City of BostonAgency • 221 - Fire DepartmentState • MAPosted • Feb 16, 2026, 09:00 AM UTCDue • Mar 03, 2026, 12:00 PM UTC• ExpiredBid range • $316,256 - $374,822
Contract snapshot
Federal opportunity from 221 - Fire Department • City of Boston. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: Mar 03, 2026. Industry: Source industry codes 46, 19, 00.
- Source
- Open on official portal →
- Solicitation
- BD-26-1142-221-221-125336
- Performance
- 221 - Fire Department
- Response
- Mar 03, 2026, 12:00 PM UTC
Live POP
Place of performance
221 - Fire Department
Contracting office
Not listed
Point of Contact
Name
Michael.Walsh
Email
Michael.Walsh@Boston.Gov
Phone
617-635-3706
Agency & Office
Department
City of Boston
Agency
221 - Fire Department
Subagency
221 - Fire Department
Office
221 - Fire Department
Contracting Office Address
Not available
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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
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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
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Base $57.83Fringe $33.70
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MA20260017 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Bristol
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Base $66.17Fringe $37.08
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Base $57.18Fringe $33.70
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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: AFT 6000-1095 AeroFit Respirator Fit Test System- BFD, 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 EV00017119 or contact Michael Walsh at 617-635-3706 or Michael.walsh@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.
Files
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BidPulsar Analysis
A practical, capture-style breakdown of fit, requirements, risks, and next steps.
Updated: Feb 16, 2026
Client-ready brief
Executive summary
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The City of Boston Fire Department is seeking sealed bids for the AFT 6000-1095 AeroFit Respirator Fit Test System, with a response deadline of March 3, 2026. This procurement aims to enhance personnel safety by acquiring advanced respirator testing technology. Interested bidders can view the event details via the Boston Supplier Portal and should ensure compliance with submission guidelines.
AeroFit RespiratorBid for safety equipmentFire Department procurementRespirator fit test systemsource codes 46, 19, 00
What the buyer is trying to do
The buyer is looking for bids to procure the AFT 6000-1095 AeroFit Respirator Fit Test System, specifically aimed at improving safety and compliance for fire department personnel.
Who should pursue this
- Companies specializing in safety equipment
- Manufacturers of respirator testing systems
- Suppliers with experience in municipal contracts
Work breakdown
- Identify potential suppliers
- Prepare bid submission
- Ensure compliance with specifications
- Submit sealed bids through the City of Boston Supplier Portal
Response package checklist
- Completed bid document
- Technical specifications of the AeroFit system
- Company qualifications and experience
- Pricing details
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
- Ensure adherence to specific technical requirements outlined in the bid
- Verify that the bid is submitted through the correct portal
Pricing strategy
- Consider competitive pricing aligned with market rates for safety equipment
- Include potential for volume discounts if applicable
Teaming and subs
- Consider partnerships with local manufacturers for logistical ease
- Explore teaming with firms that have experience in public sector bids
Risks and watchouts
- Potential delays in bid preparation due to complex requirements
- Risk of disqualification if not submitted through the correct portal
- Market volatility affecting equipment pricing
Smart questions to ask
- What are the specific technical requirements for the respirator testing system?
- Are there preferred delivery schedules or terms outlined by the buyer?
Source coverage notes
Some notices publish limited source detail. Confirm these points before final bid/no-bid decisions.
- Bid submission format specifics
- Detailed specifications for the AeroFit system
- Performance requirements for the equipment
- Evaluation criteria for bid selection
- Any warranty or service level expectations
- Potential penalties for late delivery
- Supplier qualifications disallowed
- Contact procedures if technical questions arise
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