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Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing

MCD08 Steno CART Services for Executive Branch

Solicitation: BD-23-1067-MCD01-MCD01-88299
Notice ID: ma_commbuys_cfbc0b4b5a9e1316acaa
DepartmentCommission for the Deaf and Hard of HearingStateMAPostedDueJul 01, 2027, 12:00 AM UTCCloses in 402 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: Jul 01, 2027.

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Solicitation
BD-23-1067-MCD01-MCD01-88299
Performance
MA
Response
Jul 01, 2027, 12:00 AM UTC
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Place of performance
MA
Contracting office
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Point of Contact

Name
Jane Sokol Shulman
Email
Not available
Phone
Not available

Agency & Office

Department
Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Agency
Not available
Subagency
Not available
Office
Jane Sokol Shulman
Contracting Office Address
Not available

Applicable wage determinations

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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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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)
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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
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MA20260014 (Rev 1)
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Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Dukes, Nantucket
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CARPENTER
Base $43.33Fringe $27.82
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s POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: (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
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POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: (1) LOADER 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 $42.88Fringe $31.04
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MA20260009 (Rev 1)
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Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Dukes, Nantucket
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BOILERMAKER
Base $50.62Fringe $28.82
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TERRAZZO FINISHER
Base $63.44Fringe $37.33
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MARBLE, TILE & TERRAZZO WORKERS
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MA20260024 (Rev 1)
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Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Suffolk
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ELECTRICIAN (INCLUDES TRAFFIC SIGNALIZATION)
Base $66.17Fringe $37.08
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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
Base $57.18Fringe $33.70
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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
Base $57.83Fringe $33.70
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Description

Pre-qualified list of Steno CART Captioners, individuals and businesses, for use by Executive Branch and other entities upon request. Applications accepted on a rolling basis throughout the contract term. See RFR for services, qualifications and application procedures. Rate schedule attached. Contract starts 7/1/2023.

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
$3,508,452,282
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
A simple concentration signal, not a forecast.
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

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 opportunity involves providing Steno CART services with an emphasis on creating a pre-qualified list of captioners for the Executive Branch and other entities. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis starting from July 1, 2023, making this an ongoing engagement. Eligible vendors are encouraged to respond due to the contract's small business set-aside status.

Steno CART servicesCaptioning for the DeafAccessibility servicesSBPP eligibleExecutive Branch captioning
What the buyer is trying to do

The buyer aims to establish a pre-qualified list of Steno CART Captioners to ensure accessibility for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community within the Executive Branch and related entities.

Who should pursue this
  • Small businesses specializing in captioning services
  • Individuals with experience in Steno CART services
  • Firms supporting accessibility services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Work breakdown
  • Review application qualifications for Steno CART Captioners
  • Prepare and submit applications on a rolling basis
  • Develop a rate schedule for services provided
  • Ensure compliance with the qualifications listed in the RFR
  • Maintain communication with CDDHH regarding service updates
Response package checklist
  • Company overview and qualifications
  • Rate schedule as per attached documentation
  • Proof of previous work or references
  • Compliance with application procedures outlined in the RFR
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
  • Applicants must meet the qualifications specified in the RFR
  • Rates must align with the attached rate schedule
Pricing strategy
  • Pricing should be competitive and reflect fair market value, referencing the attached rate schedule
  • Consider multiple pricing tiers based on service levels
Teaming and subs
  • Partner with other small businesses in the captioning field
  • Consider collaborating with creators of assistive technologies
Risks and watchouts
  • Potential low submission rates if not adequately marketed to vendors
  • Need to stay updated with qualifications requirements, as these may change
Smart questions to ask
  • What specific qualifications are most often sought after in applicants?
  • Are there specific geographic areas prioritized for service delivery?
  • How frequently will the buyer reassess the list of qualified captioners?
Source coverage notes

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  • Specific qualifications listed in the RFR or attachments need clarity
  • Exact nature of required services beyond what is stated
  • Details regarding the evaluation process for applicants
  • Information on how frequently updates to the qualified list occur
  • Potential exclusivity or competition among respondents
  • Specific demographic information about the agencies utilizing the services
  • Further details on the rate schedule adjustments post-award
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