Best fitDavis-Baconstate match
MA20260018 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Essex
24 occupation rates available in the full WD.
Catering Services, Conference Space, and Hotel Accommodations RFR
Solicitation: BD-16-1022-DMH08-8210B-00000006867
Notice ID: ma_commbuys_21921678439d053cb6da
Department • Department of Mental HealthState • MAPosted • —Due • Dec 31, 2026, 05:00 PM UTC• Closes in 219 daysBid range • $316,256 - $374,822
Contract snapshot
Federal opportunity from Department of Mental Health. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: Dec 31, 2026.
- Source
- Open on official portal →
- Solicitation
- BD-16-1022-DMH08-8210B-00000006867
- Performance
- MA
- Response
- Dec 31, 2026, 05:00 PM UTC
Live POP
Place of performance
MA
Contracting office
Not listed
Point of Contact
Name
ELENI SHABA
Email
Not available
Phone
Not available
Agency & Office
Department
Department of Mental Health
Agency
Not available
Subagency
Not available
Office
ELENI SHABA
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
Rate
Base $66.17Fringe $37.08
Rate
Base $57.18Fringe $33.70
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MA20260023 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Plymouth
Rate
Base $50.10Fringe $31.45
Rate
Base $57.18Fringe $33.70
Rate
Base $57.83Fringe $33.70
+23 more occupation rates in this WD
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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
+22 more occupation rates in this WD
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MA20260006 (Rev 2)Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Barnstable, Berkshire, Bristol +11
Rate
Base $30.86Fringe $14.15
Rate
Base $37.15Fringe $14.57
Rate
Base $38.38Fringe $14.66
+4 more occupation rates in this WD
Description
The purpose of this Request for Response (RFR) is for the Department of Mental Health (DMH) to enter into contracts with multiple Catering Services and Conference Space bidders that qualify to provide services as described within the RFR. Reposting of BD-16-1022-DMH08-8210B-00000006294
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 Department of Mental Health (DMH) has issued a Request for Response (RFR) aimed at contracting multiple vendors for Catering Services, Conference Space, and Hotel Accommodations. This opportunity is part of a reposting of BD-16-1022-DMH08-8210B-00000006294, which signifies ongoing needs in these areas. Responses are due by June 30, 2026, giving bidders ample time to prepare their proposals.
Catering servicesConference spaceHotel accommodationsDMH contractsEvent management
What the buyer is trying to do
DMH seeks to establish contracts with qualified vendors that can deliver catering services, provide appropriate conference spaces, and arrange hotel accommodations as detailed in the RFR.
Who should pursue this
- Catering services companies with experience in large events.
- Hotels that provide conference facilities.
- Event management firms that can coordinate logistics.
Work breakdown
- Identify catering service providers.
- Source conference space locations.
- Negotiate hotel accommodation options.
- Compile pricing and service details from bidders.
- Submit response documents by the deadline.
Response package checklist
- Completed response forms.
- Evidence of relevant experience.
- Pricing structures and service offerings.
- References from previous clients.
- Compliance with DMH contracting regulations.
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
- Adhere to state regulations for service delivery.
- Ensure food safety and handling standards are met.
- Provide proof of liability insurance.
Pricing strategy
- Competitive pricing offers based on market research.
- Consider value-added services to differentiate from competitors.
- Bundle services for potential discounts.
Teaming and subs
- Partner with local hotels for accommodation provisions.
- Collaborate with catering partners for comprehensive service packages.
- Engage logistics firms for event management.
Risks and watchouts
- Potential challenges in meeting DMH's specific service requirements.
- Competition from established vendors with past DMH contracts.
- Need to mitigate pricing wars leading to reduced service quality.
Smart questions to ask
- What specific service levels are expected for catering?
- Are there preferred vendors for hotel accommodations?
- What are the contract terms and performance metrics?
Source coverage notes
Some notices publish limited source detail. Confirm these points before final bid/no-bid decisions.
- Scope of services required is not fully detailed.
- Specific locations for conference spaces are unclear.
- No information on past performance of previous contractors.
- Lack of details regarding payment terms.
- Uncertainty around the evaluation criteria for responses.
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