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Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing

Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Counselors for the Deaf

Solicitation: BD-19-1067-MCD01-MCD01-31560
Notice ID: ma_commbuys_668a300c78e23ad803f5
DepartmentCommission for the Deaf and Hard of HearingStateMAPostedDueMay 15, 2028, 11:59 PM UTCCloses in 723 daysBid range$316,256 - $374,822
Contract snapshot

Federal opportunity from Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: May 15, 2028.

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Solicitation
BD-19-1067-MCD01-MCD01-31560
Performance
MA
Response
May 15, 2028, 11:59 PM UTC
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Place of performance
MA
Contracting office
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Point of Contact

Name
Jane Sokol Shulman
Email
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Phone
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Agency & Office

Department
Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Agency
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Subagency
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Office
Jane Sokol Shulman
Contracting Office Address
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Best fitDavis-Baconstate match
MA20260001 (Rev 1)
Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Barnstable, Bristol, Dukes +5
90 occupation rates available in the full WD.
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MA20260001 (Rev 1)
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Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Barnstable, Bristol, Dukes +5
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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
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MA20260014 (Rev 1)
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Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Dukes, Nantucket
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MA20260024 (Rev 1)
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Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Suffolk
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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
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Description

MCDHH seeks ASL-fluent Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Counselors at Master-Mentor, Certified-Licensed, Certified, and Trainee Levels to deliver services to Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals. Multiple part-time positions. Applications accepted now through May 2028 at each of the four levels. See RFR for position details, qualifications, requirements and application procedures.

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

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Market snapshot

Baseline awarded-market signal across all contracting (sample of 400 recent awards; refreshed periodically).

12-month awarded value
$3,508,452,282
Sector total $3,508,452,282 • Share 100.0%
Live
Median
$350,000
P10–P90
$32,556$3,256,200
Volatility
Volatile200%
Market composition
NAICS share of sector
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100.0%
share
Momentum (last 3 vs prior 3 buckets)
+100%($3,508,452,282)
Deal sizing
$350,000 median
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Signals shown are descriptive of observed awards; not a forecast.

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BidPulsar Analysis

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Updated: Feb 21, 2026
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Executive summary
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The Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (MCDHH) is seeking ASL-fluent Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Counselors for part-time positions, with applications accepted until May 2028. This initiative aims to provide critical support to Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals, utilizing counselors at various certification levels. Successful bidders must demonstrate expertise in substance use counseling and proficiency in American Sign Language.

Substance Use Disorder CounselingASL ServicesDeaf and Hard of HearingMCDHHSBPP Eligible
What the buyer is trying to do

MCDHH aims to hire qualified ASL-fluent SUD Counselors to ensure accessible and effective substance use treatment for Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals.

Who should pursue this
  • Organizations with certified ASL-fluent SUD counselors
  • Agencies specializing in health services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community
  • Professional training organizations for substance use counselors
Work breakdown
  • Identify qualified candidates at Master-Mentor, Certified-Licensed, Certified, and Trainee levels
  • Provide necessary ASL-fluent SUD counseling services
  • Manage applications and hires through May 2028
Response package checklist
  • Documentation of ASL proficiency
  • Licensing and certification proof for counselors
  • Experience in SUD counseling services
  • Evidence of community outreach initiatives
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
  • Must adhere to MCDHH standards for service delivery and compliance with ADA,
Pricing strategy
  • Competitive pricing to attract qualified candidates
  • Consider part-time funding structures based on counselor levels
Teaming and subs
  • Partnerships with organizations serving the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community
  • Collaboration with training institutions for certification pathways
Risks and watchouts
  • Potential lack of qualified ASL-fluent counselors
  • Competition from other agencies for similar candidates
  • Change in funding or policy affecting recruitment
Smart questions to ask
  • What specific qualifications and experience are prioritized by MCDHH?
  • Are there specific performance metrics for the counselors?
  • What support will be provided for the counselors once hired?
Source coverage notes

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  • Detailed job description and requirements for each counseling level
  • Specific performance metrics or deliverables expected from the counselors
  • Information on if training will be provided after hiring
  • Exact location for service delivery
  • Any ongoing evaluation or oversight processes for the counselors
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