Best fitDavis-Baconstate match
MA20260018 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Essex
24 occupation rates available in the full WD.
DCR 970 Water Safety Initiative - Statewide Beginner Swim Lessons
Solicitation: BD-26-1020-DCRCU-DC250-121407
Notice ID: ma_commbuys_e0b0fcd464b9704a2f83
Department • Department of Conservation and RecreationState • MAPosted • —Due • Jun 29, 2029, 11:00 AM UTC• Closes in 1130 daysBid range • $316,256 - $374,822
Contract snapshot
Federal opportunity from Department of Conservation and Recreation. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: Jun 29, 2029.
- Source
- Open on official portal →
- Solicitation
- BD-26-1020-DCRCU-DC250-121407
- Performance
- MA
- Response
- Jun 29, 2029, 11:00 AM UTC
Live POP
Place of performance
MA
Contracting office
Not listed
Point of Contact
Name
Ashish Patel
Email
Not available
Phone
Not available
Agency & Office
Department
Department of Conservation and Recreation
Agency
Not available
Subagency
Not available
Office
Ashish Patel
Contracting Office Address
Not available
Applicable wage determinations
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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
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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
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
If you have questions related to this bid, please post your question in the COMMBUYS Q&A tab of this bid. Please refer to the RFR for procurement calendar for all the key dates.
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
$3,516,281,615
Sector total $3,516,281,615 • Share 100.0%
Live
Median
$350,000
P10–P90
$32,459–$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%($3,516,281,615)
Deal sizing
$350,000 median
Use as a pricing centerline.
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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: Mar 07, 2026
Client-ready brief
Executive summary
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The DCR 970 Water Safety Initiative aims to provide statewide beginner swim lessons, targeting communities with a focus on safety education in water activities. This opportunity is eligible for small business participation under the SBPP program, enhancing access for local enterprises. With a response deadline set for June 29, 2029, bidders will have ample time to prepare comprehensive proposals.
swim lessonswater safetybeginner swim programsDCR contractsaquatics education
What the buyer is trying to do
The agency is seeking qualified vendors to deliver beginner swim lessons statewide, which will foster water safety and skill development in the community.
Who should pursue this
- Small businesses with experience in aquatics and swim instruction.
- Organizations with a proven track record in community engagement and educational programs.
Work breakdown
- Review and understand all requirements outlined in the RFR.
- Develop a comprehensive lesson plan for beginner swim classes.
- Assess and ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Prepare necessary documentation and responses for the bid proposal.
- Estimate pricing and budget for conducting swim lessons statewide.
Response package checklist
- Completed bid proposal form
- Detailed program outline
- Pricing strategy and budget breakdown
- Proof of insurance and safety certifications
- References from previous contracts in similar domains
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
- Follow guidelines specified in the procurement calendar.
- Ensure all staff are trained and certified in swim instruction.
Pricing strategy
- Competitive pricing analysis based on industry standards for swim instruction.
- Consider costs for materials, facilities, and personnel.
Teaming and subs
- Local community organizations that promote safety and health initiatives.
- Aquatic training facilities that can provide necessary resources and staff.
Risks and watchouts
- Potential changes in state regulations regarding safety training.
- Challenges in scheduling and logistics for statewide coverage.
Smart questions to ask
- What are the specific safety certifications required for instructors?
- Are there reporting requirements during the contract period?
Source coverage notes
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- No specific solicitation number provided.
- Lack of detailed performance requirements in the brief.
- Absence of information on funding or budget limits.
- Unclear metrics for success assessment.
- No information on the anticipated number of participants.
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