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Department of Conservation and Recreation

DCR 916 Arborist and Forestry Field Supplies

Solicitation: BD-24-1020-DCRCU-DC250-91909
Notice ID: ma_commbuys_c966e1fb6808cbb33382
DepartmentDepartment of Conservation and RecreationStateMAPostedDueJan 21, 2027, 05:00 PM UTCCloses in 242 daysBid range$316,256 - $374,822
Contract snapshot

Federal opportunity from Department of Conservation and Recreation. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: Jan 21, 2027.

Source
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Solicitation
BD-24-1020-DCRCU-DC250-91909
Performance
MA
Response
Jan 21, 2027, 05:00 PM UTC
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Place of performance
MA
Contracting office
Not listed

Point of Contact

Name
Nadine Calla
Email
Not available
Phone
Not available

Agency & Office

Department
Department of Conservation and Recreation
Agency
Not available
Subagency
Not available
Office
Nadine Calla
Contracting Office Address
Not available

Applicable wage determinations

Best public WD match for the notice location and scope.

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Best fitDavis-Baconstate match
MA20260006 (Rev 2)
Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Barnstable, Berkshire, Bristol +11
7 occupation rates available in the full WD.
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3 more WD matches and 5 more rate previews.
Davis-BaconBest fitstate match
MA20260006 (Rev 2)
Open WD
Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Barnstable, Berkshire, Bristol +11
Rate
OF THE STRAIGHT TIME RATE, MULTIPLIED BY THE TOTAL HOURS WORKED
Base $30.86Fringe $14.15
Rate
OF THE STRAIGHT TIME RATE, MULTIPLIED BY THE TOTAL HOURS WORKED
Base $37.15Fringe $14.57
Rate
OF THE STRAIGHT TIME RATE, MULTIPLIED BY THE TOTAL HOURS WORKED
Base $38.38Fringe $14.66
+4 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match
MA20260014 (Rev 1)
Open WD
Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Dukes, Nantucket
Rate
CARPENTER
Base $43.33Fringe $27.82
Rate
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
Rate
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
+6 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match
MA20260017 (Rev 1)
Open WD
Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Bristol
Rate
ELECTRICIAN (INCLUDES TRAFFIC SIGNALIZATION)
Base $66.17Fringe $37.08
Rate
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
Rate
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
+22 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match
MA20260001 (Rev 1)
Open WD
Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Barnstable, Bristol, Dukes +5
Rate
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
Rate
OOKLINE, CANTON, COHASSET, DEDHAM, DOVER, FOXBOROUGH, HOLBROOK, MEDFIELD, MEDWAY, MILLIS, MILTON, NEEDHAM, NORFOLK, NORWOOD, QUINCY, RANDOLPH, SHARON, STOUGHTON, WALPOLE, WELLESLEY, WESTWOOD, WEYMOUTH)
Base $55.45Fringe $36.63
Rate
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
+87 more occupation rates in this WD

Description

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation is soliciting Bidders for the purchase of various field tools and supplies used for arboriculture and forestry work.

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
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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BidPulsar Analysis

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

Updated: Feb 17, 2026
Client-ready brief
Executive summary
medium confidencegpt 4o mini

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation is seeking bids for various arboriculture and forestry field tools and supplies. This procurement is targeted towards eligible small businesses, with a response deadline set for January 21, 2027. Interested vendors should carefully review the requirements and attachments to prepare compliant submissions.

arboricultureforestry suppliesfield toolsMassachusetts procurementsmall business procurement
What the buyer is trying to do

The buyer aims to procure a range of field tools and supplies specifically for arboriculture and forestry work, meeting the needs of the DCR in addressing conservation and recreation requirements in Massachusetts.

Who should pursue this
  • Small businesses with experience in providing arboriculture and forestry supplies.
  • Vendors capable of meeting the quality and delivery requirements for field tools.
Work breakdown
  • Identify specific field tools and supplies required by DCR.
  • Develop a proposal that aligns with Small Business Procurement Program (SBPP) eligibility.
  • Ensure compliance with procurement guidelines in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Response package checklist
  • Completed bid proposal form.
  • Evidence of SBPP eligibility.
  • Catalog or list of tools and supplies available for bidding.
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
  • Ensure all proposals comply with Massachusetts procurement regulations.
  • Verify eligibility under Small Business Procurement Program requirements.
Pricing strategy
  • Consider competitive pricing while ensuring quality of tools and supplies.
  • Include detailed pricing for each item to enhance clarity in the proposal.
Teaming and subs
  • Partner with local suppliers of forestry tools to enhance proposal strength.
  • Consider subcontracting specialized suppliers if required.
Risks and watchouts
  • Potential competition from established suppliers in the forestry sector.
  • Risk of non-compliance with procurement guidelines leading to disqualification.
Smart questions to ask
  • What specific types of tools and supplies are most critical for the DCR?
  • Are there specific brands or standards DCR prefers for tools and supplies?
Source coverage notes

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  • Detailed list of specific tools and supplies needed.
  • Evaluation criteria for the bids.
  • Any mandatory certifications required for bidders.
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