Best fit for this contractDavis-Bacon
MA20260023 (Rev 0)Match signal: state matchOpen WD
Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Plymouth
Rate
Base $50.10Fringe $31.45
Rate
Base $57.83Fringe $33.70
+24 more occupation rates available in the full WD.
CNB Licensing Management System RFI
Solicitation: Not available
Notice ID: ma_commbuys_fe84562a23fc40209637
NAICS • 81, 11, 25Department • Cannabis Control CommissionAgency • CNB - Cannabis Control CommissionState • MAPosted • —Due • May 05, 2026, 12:00 PM UTC• Closes in 16 days
Federal opportunity from CNB - Cannabis Control Commission • Cannabis Control Commission. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: May 05, 2026. Industry: NAICS 81, 11, 25.
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Market snapshot
Baseline awarded-market signal across all contracting (sample of 400 recent awards; refreshed periodically).
12-month awarded value
$2,717,892,559
Sector total $2,717,892,559 • Share 100.0%
Live
Median
$324,687
P10–P90
$42,300–$2,156,671
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%($2,717,892,559)
Deal sizing
$324,687 median
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Signals shown are descriptive of observed awards; not a forecast.
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Live POP
Place of performance
Michelle Ngo 2 Washington Square, 2nd Floor Union Station Worcester, MA 01604 US Email: michelle.ngo@cccmass.com Phone: (774) 415-0200
State: MA
Contracting office
Not listed
Applicable Wage Determinations
SAM WDOL references matched to this opportunity's location and scope language.
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Davis-BaconBest fitstate match
MA20260023 (Rev 0)Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Plymouth
Rate
Base $50.10Fringe $31.45
Rate
Base $57.83Fringe $33.70
Rate
Base $57.18Fringe $33.70
+23 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match
MA20260025 (Rev 0)Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Worcester
Rate
Base $50.10Fringe $31.45
Rate
Base $66.17Fringe $37.08
Rate
Base $57.83Fringe $33.70
+23 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match
MA20260020 (Rev 0)Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Hampshire
Rate
Base $57.83Fringe $33.70
Rate
Base $57.18Fringe $33.70
Rate
Base $42.88Fringe $31.04
+21 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match
MA20260007 (Rev 0)Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Franklin
Rate
Base $43.33Fringe $27.82
Rate
Base $42.88Fringe $31.04
Rate
Base $42.88Fringe $31.04
+8 more occupation rates in this WD
Point of Contact
Not available
Agency & Office
Department
Cannabis Control Commission
Agency
CNB - Cannabis Control Commission
Subagency
CNB - Cannabis Control Commission
Office
Michelle Ngo
Contracting Office Address
Not available
Description
Please do not call regarding this solicitation. All RFI-related questions must be submitted through COMMBUYS Q&A function. Vendors requiring technical assistance with COMMBUYS should contact OSD Help Desk.
Files
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BidPulsar Analysis
A practical, capture-style breakdown of fit, requirements, risks, and next steps.
Updated: Mar 06, 2026
Client-ready brief
Executive summary
low confidencegpt 5.2
CNB – Cannabis Control Commission has issued an RFI titled “CNB Licensing Management System RFI” (notice_id: ma_commbuys_fe84562a23fc40209637) via COMMBUYS. The only explicit instruction provided is that vendors must not call and must submit all RFI questions through the COMMBUYS Q&A function; COMMBUYS technical help goes through the OSD Help Desk. The response deadline is 2026-04-21T12:00:00+00:00. Scope details appear to be primarily contained in the attached COMMBUYS download link, so bidders should review that attachment immediately to determine fit and response expectations.
Licensing Management SystemCNBCannabis Control CommissionCOMMBUYSRFIUNSPSC 81-11-25
What the buyer is trying to do
Gather market information (via an RFI) about a Licensing Management System to support CNB/CCC licensing operations, while controlling communications through COMMBUYS (no calls; Q&A via COMMBUYS only).
Who should pursue this
- Vendors with demonstrated experience delivering licensing management systems (end-to-end intake, review, approvals, renewals, compliance tracking) for regulated programs.
- Firms comfortable responding through Massachusetts COMMBUYS and managing Q&A strictly within the portal.
Work breakdown
- Access and review the COMMBUYS attachment for the RFI details (requirements, current-state, desired capabilities, response format).
- Prepare an RFI response aligned to CNB’s licensing management system needs as stated in the attachment.
- Submit any clarification questions through the COMMBUYS Q&A function (no phone calls).
- Package and submit the RFI response through COMMBUYS by 2026-04-21T12:00:00+00:00.
Response package checklist
- COMMBUYS submission completed by 2026-04-21T12:00:00+00:00
- RFI response content as required by the attached RFI document (download link provided in the notice)
- All clarification questions submitted via COMMBUYS Q&A (no calls)
- Internal compliance check that no off-channel communications were used
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
- Do not call regarding this solicitation.
- All RFI-related questions must be submitted through COMMBUYS Q&A function.
- For COMMBUYS technical assistance, contact the OSD Help Desk (not the agency).
Pricing strategy
- Confirm from the attachment whether CNB wants ROM pricing, pricing models (subscription vs. perpetual), and implementation/support cost structure; respond only to what the RFI asks for.
Teaming and subs
- Consider a teaming plan only after reviewing the attachment to see whether integrations, hosting/security, data migration, reporting, or configuration services are emphasized.
Risks and watchouts
- Scope ambiguity risk: the public notice text does not include functional/technical requirements; most details likely reside in the attachment.
- Process risk: contacting the agency by phone violates the stated instruction and could jeopardize participation.
- Portal risk: COMMBUYS submission and Q&A are mandatory channels; ensure access and internal readiness well before the 2026-04-21T12:00:00+00:00 deadline.
Smart questions to ask
- Can CNB confirm the desired functional scope of the Licensing Management System (e.g., initial applications, renewals, amendments, enforcement/compliance workflows) as outlined in the RFI attachment?
- What response format and level of detail does CNB want for RFI answers (narrative, matrix, capability checklist, demos, references)?
- Does CNB want ROM cost estimates, and if so, what assumptions should vendors use (user counts, transaction volumes, number of license types, environments)?
- What is CNB’s expected hosting model preference (cloud/SaaS vs. on-prem) and any required security/compliance standards stated in the attachment?
- What is the anticipated procurement path after this RFI (e.g., expected timing of an RFR/RFP through COMMBUYS)?
Source coverage notes
Some notices publish limited source detail. Confirm these points before final bid/no-bid decisions.
- RFI attachment content (requirements, response instructions, evaluation/use of RFI responses, and any requested pricing/technical details)
- Solicitation number and notice type fields are blank in the brief
- Posted date is not provided
- Place of performance is not provided
- NAICS is not provided (only UNSPSC 81-11-25 is shown)
- Period of performance is not provided
FAQ
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Is the data live?
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What do P10 and P90 mean?
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