Best fitDavis-Baconstate match
MA20260018 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Essex
24 occupation rates available in the full WD.
Respite Services - Master Agreement Request for Applications
Solicitation: BD-18-1022-DMH08-8220A-18593
Notice ID: ma_commbuys_e68e0c95e6e0b3446986
Department • Department of Mental HealthState • MAPosted • —Due • Jun 30, 2027, 04:00 PM UTC• Closes in 400 daysBid range • $625,611 - $741,464
Contract snapshot
Federal opportunity from Department of Mental Health. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: Jun 30, 2027.
- Source
- Open on official portal →
- Solicitation
- BD-18-1022-DMH08-8220A-18593
- Performance
- MA
- Response
- Jun 30, 2027, 04:00 PM UTC
Live POP
Place of performance
MA
Contracting office
Not listed
Point of Contact
Name
KELSEY SANTOS
Email
Not available
Phone
Not available
Agency & Office
Department
Department of Mental Health
Agency
Not available
Subagency
Not available
Office
KELSEY SANTOS
Contracting Office Address
Not available
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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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Davis-Baconstate match
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
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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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Davis-Baconstate match
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
Rate
Base $38.38Fringe $14.66
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Description
The Massachusetts Department of Mental Health (DMH), through this RFA, is seeking to establish a pool of qualified providers from which DMH Areas can purchase Site-Based Respite (also referred to as Site Only) and/or Mobile Respite Services (also referred to as Mobile Only) on an as needed basis. DMH will enter into a Master Agreement (MA) with all qualified providers.
Advisory bid range
Pricing and bid posture
$625,611 - $741,464
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
$625,611
Target
$662,022
Premium
$741,464
Labor
$329,680
Direct
$32,000
Burden
$221,360
Fee + reserve
$78,022
Target $662,022Hybrid 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.
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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: Feb 16, 2026
Client-ready brief
Executive summary
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The Massachusetts Department of Mental Health (DMH) is seeking qualified providers to establish a pool for Site-Based and Mobile Respite Services through a Master Agreement. This initiative is aimed at enhancing mental health support services as needed by DMH Areas. Interested parties should be prepared to provide evidence of their capability to deliver these services effectively.
Respite ServicesMental HealthMaster AgreementSite-BasedMobile RespiteDMHQualified Providers
What the buyer is trying to do
DMH is looking to create a roster of qualified providers capable of delivering Site-Based and Mobile Respite Services on an as-needed basis.
Who should pursue this
- Organizations with expertise in mental health and respite services.
- Providers with a history of engaging with state contracts or public health programs.
- Community-based organizations with strong local support networks.
Work breakdown
- Review and understand solicitation requirements and criteria for qualification.
- Prepare proposal documentation that demonstrates experience in providing mental health services.
- Outline plans for service delivery including staffing, safety protocols, and reporting mechanisms.
Response package checklist
- Company profile and past performance references
- Detailed plan for service delivery
- Cost proposal and pricing strategy
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
- Ensure compliance with state regulations and licensing requirements for mental health providers.
- Adhere to guidelines outlined in the RFA documentation.
Pricing strategy
- Consider a competitive pricing model to align with state budgets.
- Flexible pricing based on service type (Site-Based vs Mobile) may be advantageous.
Teaming and subs
- Partner with local mental health organizations to enhance service offerings.
- Consider subcontracting with firms experienced in emergency and mobile services.
Risks and watchouts
- Clarify the terms of 'as-needed' service requests to avoid misunderstandings.
- Be prepared for potential fluctuations in service demand based on funding and state mental health priorities.
Smart questions to ask
- What specific criteria will be used to evaluate service qualifications?
- Are there preferred models or frameworks for service delivery that DMH recommends?
Source coverage notes
Some notices publish limited source detail. Confirm these points before final bid/no-bid decisions.
- Detailed response deadline requirements beyond the overall deadline.
- Specific performance metrics expected from providers.
- Clarification on provider reporting obligations to DMH.
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