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Department of Developmental Services

Guardianship Services 2018

Solicitation: Not available
Notice ID: ma_commbuys_bed520091e3503decf95

Federal opportunity from DMR1000 - Central Office • Department of Developmental Services. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: Apr 30, 2028. 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
$533,953,549
Sector total $533,953,549 • Share 100.0%
Live
Median
$139,000
P10–P90
$30,125$967,312
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%($533,953,549)
Deal sizing
$139,000 median
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Place of performance
40 Broad Street 4th Floor Boston, MA 02109 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
MA20260010 (Rev 0)
Match signal: state matchOpen WD
Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Berkshire, Franklin, Hampden +1
Rate
BOILERMAKER
Base $50.62Fringe $28.82
Rate
BRICKLAYER BRICKLAYERS; CEMENT MASONS; PLASTERERS; STONE MASONS; MARBLE, TILE & TERRAZZO WORKERS
Base $50.81Fringe $32.27
+64 more occupation rates available in the full WD.
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3 more WD matches and 64 more rate previews.
Davis-BaconBest fitstate match
MA20260010 (Rev 0)
Open WD
Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Berkshire, Franklin, Hampden +1
Rate
BOILERMAKER
Base $50.62Fringe $28.82
Rate
BRICKLAYER BRICKLAYERS; CEMENT MASONS; PLASTERERS; STONE MASONS; MARBLE, TILE & TERRAZZO WORKERS
Base $50.81Fringe $32.27
Rate
DIVER TENDER
Base $61.70Fringe $35.47
+63 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match
MA20260011 (Rev 0)
Open WD
Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Franklin
Rate
Insulator/asbestos worker (Includes the application of all insulating materials, protective coverings, coatings and finishes to all types of mechanical systems.)
Base $44.36Fringe $36.63
Rate
BOILERMAKER
Base $50.62Fringe $28.82
Rate
BRICKLAYER BRICKLAYERS; CEMENT MASONS; PLASTERERS; STONE MASONS; MARBLE, TILE & TERRAZZO WORKERS
Base $50.81Fringe $32.27
+54 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match
MA20260019 (Rev 0)
Open WD
Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Hampden
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
+21 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match
MA20260007 (Rev 0)
Open WD
Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Franklin
Rate
CARPENTER
Base $43.33Fringe $27.82
Rate
Power equipment operators: (1) Backhoe/Excavator/Trackhoe
Base $42.88Fringe $31.04
Rate
A (1) Loader
Base $42.88Fringe $31.04
+8 more occupation rates in this WD

Point of Contact

Not available

Agency & Office

Department
Department of Developmental Services
Agency
DMR1000 - Central Office
Subagency
DMR1000 - Central Office
Office
Charles Smith
Contracting Office Address
Not available

Description

The Department is seeking responses from individuals and non-profit corporations whom the Department can propose for court appointment to serve as temporary and/or permanent, full or limited guardians and, temporary and/or permanent conservators under M.G.L. c. 190B §V.

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BidPulsar Analysis

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Updated: Feb 16, 2026
Client-ready brief
Executive summary
medium confidencegpt 5.2

DMR1000 – Central Office is seeking responses from individuals and non-profit corporations to be proposed by the Department for court appointment as guardians and/or conservators under M.G.L. c. 190B §V. The scope explicitly includes temporary and/or permanent appointments, and may be full or limited guardianship as well as temporary and/or permanent conservatorships. The response deadline is 2028-04-30 at 17:00:00+00:00. Interested respondents should focus their submission on qualifications and readiness to accept court appointments and perform fiduciary/decision-making duties consistent with M.G.L. c. 190B §V.

Guardianship servicesConservatorshipTemporary guardianPermanent guardianLimited guardianshipFull guardianshipTemporary conservatorPermanent conservator
What the buyer is trying to do

Create a pool of qualified individuals and non-profit corporations that the Department can propose for court appointment to serve as (1) temporary/permanent, full/limited guardians and (2) temporary/permanent conservators pursuant to M.G.L. c. 190B §V.

Who should pursue this
  • Individuals with demonstrated guardianship and/or conservatorship experience who are eligible and willing to be proposed for court appointment under M.G.L. c. 190B §V.
  • Non-profit corporations capable of providing guardianship and/or conservatorship services (temporary/permanent; full/limited) and supporting court appointment readiness.
Work breakdown
  • Serve as court-appointed guardian (temporary and/or permanent; full or limited).
  • Serve as court-appointed conservator (temporary and/or permanent).
  • Accept referrals from the Department for potential nomination/proposal for appointment.
  • Comply with duties and standards applicable under M.G.L. c. 190B §V for guardianship/conservatorship roles.
Response package checklist
  • Narrative confirming capability to serve as temporary and/or permanent guardian (full or limited) and/or conservator under M.G.L. c. 190B §V.
  • Evidence of organizational status (non-profit corporation) or individual qualifications, aligned to court appointment readiness.
  • Statement of ability to be proposed by the Department for court appointment (including willingness to accept temporary/permanent assignments).
  • Any completed forms and required submission artifacts included in the CommBuys attachments for this notice (see attachment URLs).
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
  • Services are tied to court appointments under M.G.L. c. 190B §V; submissions should demonstrate understanding and ability to perform roles consistent with that statute.
  • Set-aside field indicates 'SBPP Eligible: NO'—do not rely on SBPP eligibility for this opportunity.
Pricing strategy
  • No pricing details are provided in the brief; check the attached CommBuys documents to confirm whether pricing/rate information is requested and in what format.
  • If rates are requested, consider structuring pricing to differentiate temporary vs. permanent appointments and guardian vs. conservator responsibilities, consistent with what the attachments specify.
Teaming and subs
  • If responding as a non-profit corporation, consider partnering with qualified individuals who can serve as court-appointed guardians/conservators to expand coverage for temporary/permanent assignments, subject to what the attachments permit.
Risks and watchouts
  • Court appointment dependency: selection by the Department does not necessarily equal appointment; performance hinges on court appointment as guardian/conservator.
  • Scope ambiguity in the brief: operational requirements (caseload expectations, reporting, geographic coverage) are not stated here and likely reside in the attachments.
  • Eligibility constraint: respondents should confirm they meet the notice’s intended respondent types (individuals and non-profit corporations).
Smart questions to ask
  • What specific qualifications, experience, or credentials does the Department require for individuals vs. non-profit corporations to be proposed for court appointment under M.G.L. c. 190B §V?
  • Are respondents expected to cover specific locations or populations, and is there an expected volume of temporary vs. permanent appointments?
  • What reporting, documentation, and court/Department coordination requirements apply to guardians and conservators under this program (as defined in the attachments)?
  • Is there a required rate schedule or compensation framework for guardianship vs. conservatorship services, and does it differ for temporary vs. permanent appointments?
  • What is the evaluation/selection process for building the pool of candidates the Department can propose for court appointment?
Source coverage notes

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

  • Details contained in the six CommBuys attachments (requirements, evaluation criteria, submission instructions, and any pricing format).
  • Place of performance/geographic coverage expectations.
  • Solicitation number and notice type.
  • Posted date and any Q&A period or amendment process.
  • Period of performance start/end dates.

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