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SP26-DNATEST-L01 DNA Testing and Validation Services

Solicitation: BD-26-1084-POLCL-DNMAY-118543
Notice ID: ma_commbuys_f54a409eee9e22e47f2d
DepartmentDepartment of StateStateMAPostedDueMar 31, 2031, 05:00 PM UTCCloses in 1770 daysBid range$287,168 - $340,347
Contract snapshot

Federal opportunity from Department of State Police. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: Mar 31, 2031.

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Solicitation
BD-26-1084-POLCL-DNMAY-118543
Performance
MA
Response
Mar 31, 2031, 05:00 PM UTC
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Place of performance
MA
Contracting office
Not listed

Point of Contact

Name
Dianne Miller
Email
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Phone
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Agency & Office

Department
Department of State Police
Agency
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Subagency
Not available
Office
Dianne Miller
Contracting Office Address
Not available

Applicable wage determinations

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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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MA20260018 (Rev 1)
Open WD
Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Essex
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CARPENTER (INCLUDES FORM WORK)
Base $50.10Fringe $31.45
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ELECTRICIAN
Base $66.17Fringe $37.08
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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
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MA20260023 (Rev 1)
Open WD
Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Plymouth
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CARPENTER (INCLUDES FORM WORK)
Base $50.10Fringe $31.45
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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
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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
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MA20260017 (Rev 1)
Open WD
Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Bristol
Rate
ELECTRICIAN (INCLUDES TRAFFIC SIGNALIZATION)
Base $66.17Fringe $37.08
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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
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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
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MA20260006 (Rev 2)
Open WD
Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Barnstable, Berkshire, Bristol +11
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OF THE STRAIGHT TIME RATE, MULTIPLIED BY THE TOTAL HOURS WORKED
Base $30.86Fringe $14.15
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OF THE STRAIGHT TIME RATE, MULTIPLIED BY THE TOTAL HOURS WORKED
Base $37.15Fringe $14.57
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OF THE STRAIGHT TIME RATE, MULTIPLIED BY THE TOTAL HOURS WORKED
Base $38.38Fringe $14.66
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Description

The Massachusetts State Police Crime Laboratory is seeking qualified vendors to provide comprehensive DNA evidence processing per the RFR attached.

Advisory bid range

Pricing and bid posture

medium confidence
$287,168 - $340,347

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
$287,168
Target
$303,882
Premium
$340,347
Labor
$124,800
Direct
$53,000
Burden
$88,068
Fee + reserve
$35,814
Target $303,882Hybrid 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 21, 2026
Client-ready brief
Executive summary
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The Massachusetts State Police Crime Laboratory is seeking vendors for DNA evidence processing as indicated in the RFR attached to this notice. The response deadline is March 31, 2031, which allows ample time for preparation. Utilizing the provided links, interested parties can access detailed documents necessary for formulation of bids.

DNA TestingForensic ServicesEvidence ProcessingMassachusetts State PoliceCrime Laboratory Services
What the buyer is trying to do

The buyer aims to procure comprehensive DNA testing and validation services to enhance crime laboratory operations.

Who should pursue this
  • Companies with expertise in DNA testing and validation
  • Vendors familiar with forensic laboratory services
  • Businesses with established protocols for evidence processing
Work breakdown
  • Review RFR documents from the provided links
  • Develop a comprehensive proposal including technical and pricing details
  • Identify needed resources and personnel for successful service delivery
  • Compile proposal documentation and submit by response deadline
Response package checklist
  • Completed proposal document
  • Technical approach and methodology
  • Pricing structure and rationale
  • Company qualifications and past performance history
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
  • Ensure adherence to Massachusetts State regulatory requirements
  • Follow ethical considerations in processing DNA evidence
Pricing strategy
  • Benchmark against similar contracts within the forensic services sector
  • Consider variable pricing based on volume of evidence processed
Teaming and subs
  • Potential for partnership with established forensic laboratories
  • Opportunities to subcontract specialized DNA analysis technologies
Risks and watchouts
  • Risk of non-compliance with forensic standards
  • Potential for delays in technical implementation
  • Inaccurate estimations of resource needs leading to proposals being underpriced
Smart questions to ask
  • What specific types of DNA evidence will be prioritized for processing?
  • Are there any particular forensic methods or technologies currently preferred by the lab?
Source coverage notes

Some notices publish limited source detail. Confirm these points before final bid/no-bid decisions.

  • Detailed scope of required DNA processing services
  • Specific evaluation criteria for vendor selection
  • Budget range or pricing expectations
  • Clarification on any required certifications or qualifications
  • Information about current providers or past performance reviews
  • Period of performance and renewal options
  • Any mandatory reporting or compliance timelines
  • Technical standards for DNA analysis that must be adhered to
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