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Department of Children and Families

Training and Curriculum Development

Solicitation: Not available
Notice ID: ma_commbuys_0e65729d11217c8e122c

Federal opportunity from 0998 - DCF-Training Center • Department of Children and Families. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: Apr 15, 2027. Industry: NAICS 86, 13, 20.

Market snapshot

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

12-month awarded value
$1,923,732,397
Sector total $1,923,732,397 • Share 100.0%
Live
Median
$172,046
P10–P90
$30,225$868,029
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%($1,923,732,397)
Deal sizing
$172,046 median
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Signals shown are descriptive of observed awards; not a forecast.

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Place of performance
600 Washington St, 6th Floor Boston, MA 02111 US Email:
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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Best fit for this contractDavis-Bacon
MA20260004 (Rev 0)
Match signal: state matchOpen WD
Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Barnstable, Berkshire, Bristol +8
Rate
Bricklayer, Plasterer, Stonemason
Base $62.40Fringe $34.40
Rate
Bricklayer, Plasterers, Stonemasons, Tile Layers
Base $50.81Fringe $32.27
+44 more occupation rates available in the full WD.
View more for this contract
3 more WD matches and 44 more rate previews.
Davis-BaconBest fitstate match
MA20260004 (Rev 0)
Open WD
Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Barnstable, Berkshire, Bristol +8
Rate
Bricklayer, Plasterer, Stonemason
Base $62.40Fringe $34.40
Rate
Bricklayer, Plasterers, Stonemasons, Tile Layers
Base $50.81Fringe $32.27
Rate
BRICKLAYER
Base $62.40Fringe $34.40
+43 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match
MA20260022 (Rev 0)
Open WD
Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Norfolk
Rate
ELECTRICIAN (Includes Traffic Signalization)
Base $66.17Fringe $37.08
Rate
POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR Group 1
Base $57.83Fringe $33.70
Rate
Group 2
Base $57.18Fringe $33.70
+23 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match
MA20260016 (Rev 0)
Open WD
Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Berkshire
Rate
POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR Group 1
Base $57.83Fringe $33.70
Rate
Group 2
Base $57.18Fringe $33.70
Rate
POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR Group 1
Base $42.88Fringe $31.04
+22 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match
MA20260017 (Rev 0)
Open WD
Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Bristol
Rate
ELECTRICIAN (Includes Traffic Signalization)
Base $66.17Fringe $37.08
Rate
POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR GROUP 1
Base $57.83Fringe $33.70
Rate
GROUP 2
Base $57.18Fringe $33.70
+22 more occupation rates in this WD

Point of Contact

Not available

Agency & Office

Department
Department of Children and Families
Agency
0998 - DCF-Training Center
Subagency
0998 - DCF-Training Center
Office
Luz Rivera Marin
Contracting Office Address
Not available

Description

Seeking responses from individuals and organizations that can (1) deliver training to professional adults working in a child welfare setting and (2) develop curriculum in the field of child welfare as well as in areas that support child welfare.

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BidPulsar Analysis

A practical, capture-style breakdown of fit, requirements, risks, and next steps.

Updated: Feb 22, 2026
Client-ready brief
Executive summary
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The DCF-Training Center is seeking proposals for training delivery and curriculum development specifically aimed at professionals in child welfare. The opportunity encompasses both instructional services and the creation of relevant educational materials. This solicitation is set to close on April 15, 2027, and is eligible for small business set-asides (SBPP).

Child Welfare TrainingCurriculum DevelopmentProfessional Adult EducationDCF Training CenterSBPP Opportunities
What the buyer is trying to do

The agency aims to enhance the professional development of individuals working in child welfare by providing targeted training and developing curriculum that addresses the needs in this field.

Who should pursue this
  • Organizations specializing in adult education and training within child welfare.
  • Educational institutions with experience developing curriculum for social services.
  • Consultants with strong backgrounds in child welfare practices.
Work breakdown
  • Deliver training programs for professional adults in child welfare.
  • Develop relevant curriculum materials that support training efforts in child welfare.
  • Assess the training needs and gaps within the current workforce.
  • Implement evaluation methods to assess training effectiveness.
Response package checklist
  • Detailed training program outlines.
  • Curriculum development plans.
  • Qualifications and experience of trainers and developers.
  • Evaluation methodology for training programs.
  • Budget breakdown for proposed services.
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
  • Ensure adherence to any applicable state and federal regulations regarding child welfare.
  • Include certifications for trainers as required by policies.
Pricing strategy
  • Competitive pricing in alignment with industry standards for training services.
  • Consider value-based pricing model to reflect the impact of training.
Teaming and subs
  • Partner with local educational institutions for instructional support.
  • Engage specialists in child welfare for curriculum input.
Risks and watchouts
  • Potential challenges in meeting the specific needs of diverse child welfare professionals.
  • Risk of insufficient response to training evaluations affecting future contracts.
Smart questions to ask
  • What are the specific training gaps identified by the DCF-Training Center?
  • What metrics will be used to evaluate the success of the training programs?
  • Are there preferred methods for curriculum approval within the agency?
Source coverage notes

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

  • Details on budget or funding allocation for this opportunity.
  • Specific types of training methodologies preferred by DCF.
  • Demographics of target audience for training programs.
  • Required qualifications for trainers and curriculum developers.
  • Any existing training frameworks or materials used by DCF.

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