Congregate Care Network RFR

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Notice ID: ma_commbuys_d96373a992aa8ed399bb

NAICS • 93, 14, 00Set-Aside • SBPP Eligible: YES Department • Department of Children and Families Agency • 0009 - DCF - Central Office State • MAPosted • —Due • Dec 31, 2032, 02:00 PM UTC• Closes in 2453 days

Federal opportunity from 0009 - DCF - Central Office • Department of Children and Families. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: Dec 31, 2032. Industry: NAICS 93, 14, 00.

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12-month awarded value

$1,923,732,397

Sector total $1,923,732,397 • Share 100.0%

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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%

Momentum (last 3 vs prior 3 buckets)

+100%($1,923,732,397)

Deal sizing

$172,046 median

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Place of performance

600 Washington St, 6th Floor Boston, MA 02111 US Email:

State: MA

Contracting office

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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

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Point of Contact

Not available

Agency & Office

Department

Department of Children and Families

Agency

0009 - DCF - Central Office

Subagency

0009 - DCF - Central Office

Office

Luz Rivera Marin

Contracting Office Address

Not available

Description

Initial Response are due Monday, May 3, 2021 at 2:00PM. The Department of Children and Families (DCF) seeks to drive innovation in congregate care programming that will yield a congregate care network with capacity to meet the diverse and complex needs of children, adolescents, and young adults who require the 24/7 therapeutic milieu available in congregate care programs.

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BidPulsar Analysis

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Updated: Feb 16, 2026

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Executive summary

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The Massachusetts Department of Children and Families (DCF) has issued a Request for Responses (RFR) for the development of a congregate care network aimed at addressing the intricate needs of children, adolescents, and young adults. This initiative is set to innovate congregate care programming and is associated with the UNSPSC 93-14-00 classification. Initial responses are due by May 3, 2021, at 2:00 PM.

congregate caretherapeutic servicesDCFyouth programminginnovation in care

What the buyer is trying to do

The DCF is looking to create a robust congregate care network that can effectively meet the 24/7 therapeutic needs of its target population.

Who should pursue this

Organizations with experience in therapeutic care for adolescents.
Firms specializing in innovative healthcare programming.
Providers with a history of collaborative care models.

Work breakdown

Research existing congregate care models.
Develop proposals for innovative care programming.
Draft operational plans for 24/7 therapeutic services.
Identify metrics for assessing program success.

Response package checklist

Completed response form.
Evidence of past performance and relevant experience.
Proposed program innovation details.
Budget outline for implementation.

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Compliance notes

All proposals must comply with DCF regulations on care standards.
Ensure alignment with the UNSPSC 93-14-00 classification.

Pricing strategy

Consider competitive pricing to enhance bid attractiveness.
Budget for operational costs associated with 24/7 care.

Teaming and subs

Partner with mental health service providers.
Collaborate with educational institutions for holistic care.
Involve local community organizations for resources.

Risks and watchouts

Potential changes in regulatory requirements post-submission.
Uncertainty in funding availability for the project.
Risk of misalignment with DCF objectives.

Smart questions to ask

What specific outcomes does DCF prioritize in this initiative?
Are there existing care models DCF wants to emulate or avoid?
What are the expected challenges in implementation that DCF anticipates?

Source coverage notes

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Lack of clarity on funding specifics and budget constraints.
Uncertainty about long-term operational requirements.
No explicit details on performance metrics or evaluation processes.

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