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Department of Children and Families

Support & Stabilization RFR

Solicitation: Not available
Notice ID: ma_commbuys_ddb6a81597e9647c0918

Federal opportunity from 0009 - DCF - Central Office • Department of Children and Families. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: Jun 30, 2033. Industry: NAICS 93, 14, 00.

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
Use as a pricing centerline.
Live signal is computed from awarded notices already observed in the system.
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
0009 - DCF - Central Office
Subagency
0009 - DCF - Central Office
Office
Luz Rivera Marin
Contracting Office Address
Not available

Description

Initial Response are due August 16, 2024 at 2PM. The Massachusetts Department of Children and Families (DCF or the Department) seeks providers that will deliver a variety of Support & Stabilization (S&S) services tailored to match the individual strengths and needs of children and families served by the Department and designed to achieve safety, permanency, and well-being for children.

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BidPulsar Analysis

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

Updated: Feb 16, 2026
Client-ready brief
Executive summary
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The Massachusetts Department of Children and Families is seeking providers to deliver Support & Stabilization services designed to enhance the safety, permanency, and well-being of children and families. Initial responses are due by August 16, 2024, at 2 PM. This opportunity is SBPP eligible, which opens it up to a range of small businesses.

Support and StabilizationChild Welfare ServicesFamily Support ProgramsPermanency Planning
What the buyer is trying to do

The DCF aims to find qualified providers who can tailor Support & Stabilization services to the individual needs of children and families, ensuring that they achieve optimal safety and well-being outcomes.

Who should pursue this
  • Small businesses experienced in child welfare services
  • Organizations with a history of providing family stabilization services
  • Providers with expertise in individualized care plans
Work breakdown
  • Assessing individual strengths and needs of families
  • Developing support plans tailored to families
  • Implementing stabilization strategies
  • Monitoring and evaluating service effectiveness
Response package checklist
  • Completed proposal form
  • Evidence of qualifications and experience
  • Proposed service delivery plan
  • Pricing structure for services
  • References from previous clients
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
  • Confirm SBPP eligibility for small business participation
  • Adhere strictly to the proposal submission timeline
Pricing strategy
  • Consider competitive pricing aligned with similar service providers
  • Ensure cost breakdown is clear for each service component
Teaming and subs
  • Partner with experienced nonprofits in child welfare
  • Consider teaming with technology firms for data management solutions to enhance service delivery
Risks and watchouts
  • Tight submission timeline could lead to rushed proposals
  • Need to clearly differentiate from other service providers
  • Risk of misalignment with DCF's specific needs and outcomes
Smart questions to ask
  • What specific outcomes does DCF prioritize in their Support & Stabilization services?
  • Can DCF provide data on previous service effectiveness for similar initiatives?
Source coverage notes

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

  • No specified location for service delivery
  • Details on the evaluation criteria for proposals
  • Information about how many providers DCF intends to select
  • Clarification on the exact content required in the proposal
  • Insights into how past performance will be considered during evaluations

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