Best fitDavis-Baconstate match
MA20260006 (Rev 2)Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Barnstable, Berkshire, Bristol +11
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MOTT Sports and Entertainment Events Fund Grants
Solicitation: BD-26-1100-EED01-EED01-124985
Notice ID: ma_commbuys_665bae70029ed3d260b9
Source codes • 00Set-Aside • SBPP Eligible: YESDepartment • Executive Office of Economic DevelopmentAgency • EED01 - Economic DevelopmentState • MAPosted • Feb 03, 2026, 02:00 PM UTCDue • Mar 04, 2026, 03:00 PM UTC• ExpiredBid range • $316,256 - $374,822
Contract snapshot
Federal opportunity from EED01 - Economic Development • Executive Office of Economic Development. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: Mar 04, 2026. Industry: Source industry codes 00.
- Source
- Open on official portal →
- Solicitation
- BD-26-1100-EED01-EED01-124985
- Performance
- Boston, MA 02108
- Response
- Mar 04, 2026, 03:00 PM UTC
Live POP
Place of performance
Boston, MA 02108
State: MA
Contracting office
Robin Pezzone 1 Ashburton Place-Room 2101 Boston, MA 02108 US
Point of Contact
Name
daniel.w.billings
Email
daniel.w.billings@mass.gov
Phone
Not available
Agency & Office
Department
Executive Office of Economic Development
Agency
EED01 - Economic Development
Subagency
EED01 - Economic Development
Office
EED01 - Economic Development
Contracting Office Address
Robin Pezzone 1 Ashburton Place-Room 2101 Boston, MA 02108 US
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Davis-BaconBest fitstate 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
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Base $38.38Fringe $14.66
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MA20260025 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Worcester
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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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MA20260016 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Berkshire
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Base $57.83Fringe $33.70
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Base $57.18Fringe $33.70
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Base $39.12Fringe $31.04
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MA20260001 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Barnstable, Bristol, Dukes +5
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Base $55.45Fringe $36.63
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Base $55.45Fringe $36.63
Rate
Base $55.45Fringe $36.63
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Description
Grant questions must be submitted in writing to Charlie Ticotsky, Deputy Director of the Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism (Charlie.ticotsky@mass.gov) by Monday, February 23, 2026 at 3:00pm. Questions and answers from email and the webinar will be posted online on approximately Wednesday, February 25, 2026.
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
$3,515,474,911
Sector total $3,515,474,911 • 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%($3,515,474,911)
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
Files size/type shown when available.
instructions-for-vendors-responding-to-bids~14.docx
DOCX
2026 Sports and Entertainment Fund RFR Final.pdf
PDF
2.11.2026 Sports Entertainment Event Fund Webinar Deck.pdf
PDF
Sports and Entertainment Fund Application Questions and Responses v1.pdf
PDF
Sports and Entertainment Fund Application Questions and Answers v2
BidPulsar Analysis
A practical, capture-style breakdown of fit, requirements, risks, and next steps.
Updated: Feb 17, 2026
Client-ready brief
Executive summary
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The Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism is offering grants through the MOTT Sports and Entertainment Events Fund to support qualifying projects. Grant questions must be submitted by February 23, 2026, to Deputy Director Charlie Ticotsky. The deadline for response submissions is March 4, 2026, making this a timely opportunity for small businesses focused on sports and entertainment events.
MOTTsports grantsentertainment fundingtourism initiativesMassachusetts grantssource codes 00
What the buyer is trying to do
The buyer seeks to allocate funds for projects that promote tourism and entertainment within Massachusetts through the MOTT Sports and Entertainment Events Fund.
Who should pursue this
- Small businesses in the tourism or entertainment sector
- Organizations with experience in hosting events
- Non-profits involved in sports-related activities
Work breakdown
- Review grant application guidelines
- Prepare necessary documentation
- Submit grant proposals by March 4, 2026
- Respond to any questions by the February 23, 2026 deadline
- Monitor grant announcements and updates post-submission
Response package checklist
- Completed grant application form
- Detailed project proposal
- Proof of eligibility for SBPP
- Organization's financial statements
- Supporting documents for project viability
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
- Ensure compliance with SBPP eligibility requirements
- Follow all guidelines indicated in the grant application
Pricing strategy
- Cost-projections should align with industry standards for events
- Budget breakdown should clearly specify how funds will be utilized
Teaming and subs
- Partner with local organizations for joint event proposals
- Engage with experienced grant writers
- Consider collaborations with marketing firms for outreach
Risks and watchouts
- Deadline for question submission may lead to rushed proposals
- Clarifications may change project expectations
- Funding limitations could affect project scope
Smart questions to ask
- What specific types of projects are prioritized for funding?
- How are grant recipients selected?
- What reporting requirements will be expected?
Source coverage notes
Some notices publish limited source detail. Confirm these points before final bid/no-bid decisions.
- Specific eligibility criteria for grant applicants
- Details on how funds will be disbursed
- Information on evaluation criteria for proposals
- Any preferences on project types or focus areas
- Contact information for additional inquiries after February 23, 2026
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