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MHEC MC15-G12: Occupational Apparel and Uniform

Solicitation: BD-23-1474-MHEC-MHEC-128266
Notice ID: ma_commbuys_b988ac68c769f921ba72
Source codes53, 10, 27DepartmentMhecAgencyMHEC - Massachusetts Higher Education ConsortiumStateMAPostedApr 16, 2026, 11:17 AM UTCDueMay 15, 2026, 02:00 PM UTCExpiredBid range$316,256 - $374,822
Contract snapshot

Federal opportunity from MHEC - Massachusetts Higher Education Consortium • MHEC. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: May 15, 2026. Industry: Source industry codes 53, 10, 27.

Source
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Solicitation
BD-23-1474-MHEC-MHEC-128266
Performance
Amherst, MA 01002
Response
May 15, 2026, 02:00 PM UTC
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Place of performance
Amherst, MA 01002
State: MA
Contracting office
Rika Monzillo 100 University Drive Suite 1 Amherst, MA 01002 US

Point of Contact

Name
Rika Monzillo
Email
Not available
Phone
Not available

Agency & Office

Department
MHEC
Agency
MHEC - Massachusetts Higher Education Consortium
Subagency
MHEC - Massachusetts Higher Education Consortium
Office
MHEC - Massachusetts Higher Education Consortium
Contracting Office Address
Rika Monzillo 100 University Drive Suite 1 Amherst, MA 01002 US

Applicable wage determinations

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Best fitDavis-Baconstate match
MA20260006 (Rev 2)
Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Barnstable, Berkshire, Bristol +11
7 occupation rates available in the full WD.
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3 more WD matches and 5 more rate previews.
Davis-BaconBest fitstate match
MA20260006 (Rev 2)
Open WD
Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Barnstable, Berkshire, Bristol +11
Rate
OF THE STRAIGHT TIME RATE, MULTIPLIED BY THE TOTAL HOURS WORKED
Base $30.86Fringe $14.15
Rate
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
+4 more occupation rates in this WD
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MA20260025 (Rev 1)
Open WD
Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Worcester
Rate
CARPENTER (INCLUDES FORM WORK)
Base $50.10Fringe $31.45
Rate
ELECTRICIAN
Base $66.17Fringe $37.08
Rate
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
+22 more occupation rates in this WD
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MA20260007 (Rev 1)
Open WD
Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Franklin
Rate
CARPENTER
Base $43.33Fringe $27.82
Rate
inges POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATORS: CRANE A. PAID HOLIDAYS: NEW YEAR'S DAY, WASHINGTON'S BIRTHDAY, MEMORIAL DAY, INDEPENDENCE DAY, LABOR DAY, COLUMBUS DAY, VETERANS DAY, THANKSGIVING DAY AND CHRISTMAS DAY
Base $46.38Fringe $31.04
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POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATORS: (4) ROLLER A. PAID HOLIDAYS: NEW YEAR'S DAY, WASHINGTON'S BIRTHDAY, MEMORIAL DAY, INDEPENDENCE DAY, LABOR DAY, COLUMBUS DAY, VETERANS DAY, THANKSGIVING DAY AND CHRISTMAS DAY
Base $39.12Fringe $31.04
+8 more occupation rates in this WD
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MA20260001 (Rev 1)
Open WD
Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Barnstable, Bristol, Dukes +5
Rate
TOR/ASBESTOS WORKER (ZONE B) ZONE B- BARNSTABLE COUNTY (BARNSTABLE, BOURNE, FALMOUTH, MASHPEE, SANDWICH), BRISTOL COUNTY (ALL CITIES EXCEPT EASTON),AND NORFOLK COUNTY (BELLINGHAM, FRANKLIN, PLAINVILLE)
Base $55.45Fringe $36.63
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OOKLINE, CANTON, COHASSET, DEDHAM, DOVER, FOXBOROUGH, HOLBROOK, MEDFIELD, MEDWAY, MILLIS, MILTON, NEEDHAM, NORFOLK, NORWOOD, QUINCY, RANDOLPH, SHARON, STOUGHTON, WALPOLE, WELLESLEY, WESTWOOD, WEYMOUTH)
Base $55.45Fringe $36.63
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URO, WELLFLEET AND YARMOUTH); BRISTOL (EASTON); ESSEX; MIDDLESEX; NORFOLK (AVON, BRAINTREE, BROOKLINE, CANTON, COHASSET, DEDHAM, DOVER, FOXBORO, HOLBROOK, HULL, MEDFIELD, MEDWAY, MILLIS, MILTON, NEEDHA
Base $55.45Fringe $36.63
+87 more occupation rates in this WD

Description

The MHEC is seeking bids from responsive and responsible bidders for Occupational Apparel and Uniforms. Bids will be received electronically via Bid Express for more information, visit MHEC.net. A direct link to the bid can be found here https://www.bidexpress.com/solicitations/46647

Advisory bid range

Pricing and bid posture

medium confidence
$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.

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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.
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

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Updated: Apr 18, 2026
Client-ready brief
Executive summary
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MHEC (Massachusetts Higher Education Consortium) is seeking bids from responsive and responsible bidders for “MHEC MC15-G12: Occupational Apparel and Uniform.” Bids must be received electronically via Bid Express, and the notice provides a direct Bid Express link (solicitation 46647). The response deadline is 2026-05-15T14:00:00+00:00. This appears to be a supply/contract vehicle for occupational apparel/uniforms, so bidders should be prepared to document product offerings, ordering/fulfillment capability, and compliance with any MHEC/Bid Express submission instructions found in the linked package.

MHECMassachusetts Higher Education ConsortiumMC15-G12Occupational ApparelUniformBid ExpressSolicitation 46647source codes 53, 10, 27
What the buyer is trying to do

Establish a contract source(s) for occupational apparel and uniforms for MHEC participants, using an electronic bid process through Bid Express, and selecting vendors that are both responsive (complete/accurate submission) and responsible (capable of performance).

Who should pursue this
  • Occupational apparel and uniform suppliers with established fulfillment operations and the ability to transact electronically via Bid Express
  • Firms with experience supporting institutional buyers/consortium purchasing (MHEC) and managing ongoing uniform supply needs
Work breakdown
  • Review the Bid Express solicitation package (ID 46647) and MHEC.net instructions for bid requirements
  • Define the apparel/uniform product catalog being offered (garment types, sizes, colors, options)
  • Describe sourcing/manufacturing and inventory approach for consistent availability
  • Order processing and fulfillment plan (lead times, shipping methods, packaging/labeling if required)
  • Returns/exchanges and customer service process for uniform programs
  • Quality assurance plan for materials, workmanship, and lot consistency
  • Prepare and submit electronic bid via Bid Express by 2026-05-15T14:00:00+00:00
Response package checklist
  • Completed Bid Express electronic submission for solicitation 46647
  • Bid form(s) and any required certifications/representations contained in the Bid Express package
  • Product offering documentation for occupational apparel and uniforms (as required by the solicitation)
  • Pricing submission in the exact format required by the Bid Express package
  • Evidence of responsibility (e.g., business capabilities and past performance information) if requested in the solicitation instructions
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
  • Bids will be received electronically via Bid Express (submission method is mandatory per the notice)
  • Use the solicitation materials referenced at https://www.bidexpress.com/solicitations/46647 and MHEC.net for all bid instructions and required forms
  • Meet the stated response deadline: 2026-05-15T14:00:00+00:00
Pricing strategy
  • Align pricing to the solicitation’s required structure from Bid Express (e.g., line-item or catalog/discount format as specified in the package)
  • If the bid is for a consortium contract, ensure pricing/terms are scalable and sustainable for multi-entity ordering (confirm in the solicitation documents)
Teaming and subs
  • Consider teaming with a decorator/embroidery or uniform customization partner if the solicitation includes logoing, name tapes, or alterations (confirm in the Bid Express package)
  • Consider a 3PL or regional fulfillment partner only if needed to meet delivery/turnaround requirements in the solicitation (confirm requirements first)
Risks and watchouts
  • Critical instructions and evaluation details are not in the notice text; missing a required Bid Express form or pricing format is a primary compliance risk
  • NAICS codes listed as ["53","10","27"] appear atypical/possibly not standard NAICS formatting; treat them as non-determinative until verified in the solicitation documents
  • Unclear scope details (specific garments, customization, service levels) could lead to underpricing or nonresponsive bids unless confirmed in the Bid Express package
Smart questions to ask
  • Does MC15-G12 require specific garment categories/brands or allow equivalent products, and what is the basis for acceptability?
  • Is customization (embroidering/screen printing/name tapes/alterations) included in scope, and how must it be priced and described?
  • What are the required lead times/service levels (standard vs rush), and are there delivery requirements tied to Massachusetts locations?
  • Is this a single-award or multi-award contract vehicle, and what is the anticipated ordering process for consortium members?
  • What pricing format is required (catalog discount, fixed price per item, tiered pricing), and are there mandatory price sheets/templates?
Source coverage notes

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

  • Solicitation package contents from Bid Express (46647): scope details, pricing template, evaluation criteria, term/renewals, delivery/service requirements, and any mandatory forms
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