Best fitDavis-Baconstate match
MA20260006 (Rev 2)Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Barnstable, Berkshire, Bristol +11
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Solicitation for Commissary Services
Solicitation: BD-26-1401-ECSD1-ECSD1-128371
Notice ID: ma_commbuys_dc52841e4263e5a15a6f
Department • Sheriff's Department EssexState • MAPosted • —Due • May 27, 2026, 10:00 AM UTC• Closes in 1 daysBid range • $316,256 - $374,822
Contract snapshot
Federal opportunity from Sheriff's Department Essex. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: May 27, 2026.
- Source
- Open on official portal →
- Solicitation
- BD-26-1401-ECSD1-ECSD1-128371
- Performance
- MA
- Response
- May 27, 2026, 10:00 AM UTC
Live POP
Place of performance
MA
Contracting office
Not listed
Point of Contact
Name
Sarika Shrestha
Email
Not available
Phone
Not available
Agency & Office
Department
Sheriff's Department Essex
Agency
Not available
Subagency
Not available
Office
Sarika Shrestha
Contracting Office Address
Not available
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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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Davis-Baconstate match
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
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Base $55.45Fringe $36.63
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Description
Solicitation for Commissary Services
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.
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BidPulsar Analysis
A practical, capture-style breakdown of fit, requirements, risks, and next steps.
Updated: May 16, 2026
Client-ready brief
Executive summary
medium confidencegpt 4o mini
The Essex County Sheriff's Department is soliciting proposals for Commissary services, with a specific focus on kiosks, order management for commissary items, and inmate account management. This one-year contract may also include provisions for tablets and vending services. Proposals are due by May 27, 2026, providing a clear deadline for interested bidders to prepare their submissions.
Commissary servicesInmate managementKiosk technologyCorrectional facilitiesFinancial services for inmates
What the buyer is trying to do
The buyer seeks to establish reliable Commissary services that enhance inmate management through efficient ordering systems and user-friendly financial transactions.
Who should pursue this
- Companies with experience in providing Commissary services to correctional facilities
- Firms specializing in kiosk technology and inmate management systems
- Vendors with capabilities in electronic payment solutions for prisons
Work breakdown
- Develop and implement kiosk systems for order placements
- Manage inmate account transactions and debit card systems
- Facilitate vending services and potentially incorporate tablet usage for inmates
Response package checklist
- Detailed proposal outlining service capabilities
- Technical specifications of kiosks and management systems
- Sample financial management processes for inmate accounts
- Evidence of previous contracts with similar scope
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
- Ensure compliance with all local regulations regarding inmate services
- Review necessary certifications for technology used in correctional facilities
Pricing strategy
- Consider competitive pricing strategies that take into account the budget constraints of correctional facilities
- Evaluate potential hidden costs associated with technology integration
Teaming and subs
- Consider partnering with software vendors for kiosk and account management solutions
- Explore teaming with vendors experienced in vending machine operations
Risks and watchouts
- Potential for delayed procurement processes impacting service launch
- Risk of insufficient technology integration affecting service delivery
Smart questions to ask
- What are the budget limits set by the Sheriff’s Department for this contract?
- Are there any restrictions on the types of products that can be sold via the kiosks?
- What are the reporting requirements for inmate account activity?
Source coverage notes
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- Details about the expected budget for the contract
- Specific technology requirements for kiosks and account management
- Information on current vendors and contracts in place
- Clarification on the level of inmate access to tablets and vending services
- Guidelines on the selection criteria for proposals
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