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Department of Children and Families

Training and Curriculum Development

Solicitation: BD-18-1034-0998-0998-27854
Notice ID: ma_commbuys_0e65729d11217c8e122c
DepartmentDepartment of Children and FamiliesStateMAPostedDueApr 15, 2027, 02:00 PM UTCCloses in 324 daysBid range$316,256 - $374,822
Contract snapshot

Federal opportunity from Department of Children and Families. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: Apr 15, 2027.

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Solicitation
BD-18-1034-0998-0998-27854
Performance
MA
Response
Apr 15, 2027, 02:00 PM UTC
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Place of performance
MA
Contracting office
Not listed

Point of Contact

Name
Luz Rivera Marin
Email
Not available
Phone
Not available

Agency & Office

Department
Department of Children and Families
Agency
Not available
Subagency
Not available
Office
Luz Rivera Marin
Contracting Office Address
Not available

Applicable wage determinations

Best public WD match for the notice location and scope.

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Best fitDavis-Baconstate match
MA20260018 (Rev 1)
Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Essex
24 occupation rates available in the full WD.
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3 more WD matches and 22 more rate previews.
Davis-BaconBest fitstate match
MA20260018 (Rev 1)
Open WD
Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Essex
Rate
CARPENTER (INCLUDES FORM WORK)
Base $50.10Fringe $31.45
Rate
ELECTRICIAN
Base $66.17Fringe $37.08
Rate
OWER EQUIPMENT OPERATORS: A. PAID HOLIDAYS: NEW YEAR'S DAY, WASHINGTON'S BIRTHDAY, LABOR DAY, MEMORIAL DAY, INDEPENDENCE DAY, PATRIOT'S DAY, COLUMBUS DAY, VETERAN'S DAY, THANKSGIVING DAY, CHRISTMAS DAY
Base $57.18Fringe $33.70
+21 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match
MA20260023 (Rev 1)
Open WD
Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Plymouth
Rate
CARPENTER (INCLUDES FORM WORK)
Base $50.10Fringe $31.45
Rate
OWER EQUIPMENT OPERATORS: A. PAID HOLIDAYS: NEW YEAR'S DAY, WASHINGTON'S BIRTHDAY, LABOR DAY, MEMORIAL DAY, INDEPENDENCE DAY, PATRIOT'S DAY, COLUMBUS DAY, VETERAN'S DAY, THANKSGIVING DAY, CHRISTMAS DAY
Base $57.18Fringe $33.70
Rate
POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR GROUP 1 BACKHOE/EXCAVATOR/TRACKHOE; BOBCAT/SKID STEER/SKID LOADER; BROOM/SWEEPER; CRANE; GRADALL; LOADER; POST DRIVER (GUARDRAIL/FENCES)
Base $57.83Fringe $33.70
+23 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match
MA20260017 (Rev 1)
Open WD
Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Bristol
Rate
ELECTRICIAN (INCLUDES TRAFFIC SIGNALIZATION)
Base $66.17Fringe $37.08
Rate
OWER EQUIPMENT OPERATORS: A. PAID HOLIDAYS: NEW YEAR'S DAY, WASHINGTON'S BIRTHDAY, LABOR DAY, MEMORIAL DAY, INDEPENDENCE DAY, PATRIOT'S DAY, COLUMBUS DAY, VETERAN'S DAY, THANKSGIVING DAY, CHRISTMAS DAY
Base $57.18Fringe $33.70
Rate
OWER EQUIPMENT OPERATORS: A. PAID HOLIDAYS: NEW YEAR'S DAY, WASHINGTON'S BIRTHDAY, LABOR DAY, MEMORIAL DAY, INDEPENDENCE DAY, PATRIOT'S DAY, COLUMBUS DAY, VETERAN'S DAY, THANKSGIVING DAY, CHRISTMAS DAY
Base $57.83Fringe $33.70
+22 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match
MA20260006 (Rev 2)
Open WD
Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Barnstable, Berkshire, Bristol +11
Rate
OF THE STRAIGHT TIME RATE, MULTIPLIED BY THE TOTAL HOURS WORKED
Base $30.86Fringe $14.15
Rate
OF THE STRAIGHT TIME RATE, MULTIPLIED BY THE TOTAL HOURS WORKED
Base $37.15Fringe $14.57
Rate
OF THE STRAIGHT TIME RATE, MULTIPLIED BY THE TOTAL HOURS WORKED
Base $38.38Fringe $14.66
+4 more occupation rates in this WD

Description

Seeking responses from individuals and organizations that can (1) deliver training to professional adults working in a child welfare setting and (2) develop curriculum in the field of child welfare as well as in areas that support child welfare.

Advisory bid range

Pricing and bid posture

medium confidence
$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.

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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: Feb 22, 2026
Client-ready brief
Executive summary
medium confidencegpt 4o mini

The DCF-Training Center is seeking proposals for training delivery and curriculum development specifically aimed at professionals in child welfare. The opportunity encompasses both instructional services and the creation of relevant educational materials. This solicitation is set to close on April 15, 2027, and is eligible for small business set-asides (SBPP).

Child Welfare TrainingCurriculum DevelopmentProfessional Adult EducationDCF Training CenterSBPP Opportunities
What the buyer is trying to do

The agency aims to enhance the professional development of individuals working in child welfare by providing targeted training and developing curriculum that addresses the needs in this field.

Who should pursue this
  • Organizations specializing in adult education and training within child welfare.
  • Educational institutions with experience developing curriculum for social services.
  • Consultants with strong backgrounds in child welfare practices.
Work breakdown
  • Deliver training programs for professional adults in child welfare.
  • Develop relevant curriculum materials that support training efforts in child welfare.
  • Assess the training needs and gaps within the current workforce.
  • Implement evaluation methods to assess training effectiveness.
Response package checklist
  • Detailed training program outlines.
  • Curriculum development plans.
  • Qualifications and experience of trainers and developers.
  • Evaluation methodology for training programs.
  • Budget breakdown for proposed services.
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
  • Ensure adherence to any applicable state and federal regulations regarding child welfare.
  • Include certifications for trainers as required by policies.
Pricing strategy
  • Competitive pricing in alignment with industry standards for training services.
  • Consider value-based pricing model to reflect the impact of training.
Teaming and subs
  • Partner with local educational institutions for instructional support.
  • Engage specialists in child welfare for curriculum input.
Risks and watchouts
  • Potential challenges in meeting the specific needs of diverse child welfare professionals.
  • Risk of insufficient response to training evaluations affecting future contracts.
Smart questions to ask
  • What are the specific training gaps identified by the DCF-Training Center?
  • What metrics will be used to evaluate the success of the training programs?
  • Are there preferred methods for curriculum approval within the agency?
Source coverage notes

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  • Details on budget or funding allocation for this opportunity.
  • Specific types of training methodologies preferred by DCF.
  • Demographics of target audience for training programs.
  • Required qualifications for trainers and curriculum developers.
  • Any existing training frameworks or materials used by DCF.
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