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Department of Developmental Services

QUALIFYING LIST FOR DESE/DDS PROGRAM - 27

Solicitation: BD-26-1023-1023C-1023L-124541
Notice ID: ma_commbuys_f381a61331a054e4b987
DepartmentDepartment of Developmental ServicesStateMAPostedDueJun 30, 2035, 05:00 PM UTCCloses in 3324 daysBid range$316,256 - $374,822
Contract snapshot

Federal opportunity from Department of Developmental Services. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: Jun 30, 2035.

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Solicitation
BD-26-1023-1023C-1023L-124541
Performance
MA
Response
Jun 30, 2035, 05:00 PM UTC
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Place of performance
MA
Contracting office
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Point of Contact

Name
Charles Smith
Email
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Phone
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Agency & Office

Department
Department of Developmental Services
Agency
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Subagency
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Office
Charles Smith
Contracting Office Address
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Best fitDavis-Baconstate match
MA20260001 (Rev 1)
Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Barnstable, Bristol, Dukes +5
90 occupation rates available in the full WD.
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MA20260001 (Rev 1)
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Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Barnstable, Bristol, Dukes +5
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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)
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OOKLINE, CANTON, COHASSET, DEDHAM, DOVER, FOXBOROUGH, HOLBROOK, MEDFIELD, MEDWAY, MILLIS, MILTON, NEEDHAM, NORFOLK, NORWOOD, QUINCY, RANDOLPH, SHARON, STOUGHTON, WALPOLE, WELLESLEY, WESTWOOD, WEYMOUTH)
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URO, WELLFLEET AND YARMOUTH); BRISTOL (EASTON); ESSEX; MIDDLESEX; NORFOLK (AVON, BRAINTREE, BROOKLINE, CANTON, COHASSET, DEDHAM, DOVER, FOXBORO, HOLBROOK, HULL, MEDFIELD, MEDWAY, MILLIS, MILTON, NEEDHA
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MA20260014 (Rev 1)
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Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Dukes, Nantucket
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CARPENTER
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TERRAZZO FINISHER
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MA20260024 (Rev 1)
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Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Suffolk
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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
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Description

The Department of Developmental Services (DDS or the Department) is seeking to create a Master list of qualified Providers for the DDS/Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) Program. This program is designed to provide an increased level of support services to families to assist them in providing wrap around supports to children who have been identified to need services to avoid a more restrictive educational placement.

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

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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
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BidPulsar Analysis

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Updated: Feb 17, 2026
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Executive summary
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The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is creating a Master list of qualified Providers for its DESE Program to enhance support to families with children requiring additional services. This opportunity is pivotal as it aims to prevent children from entering more restrictive educational placements by providing essential wrap-around services. The response deadline for submissions is June 30, 2035.

Developmental ServicesEducational SupportWrap-around ServicesProvider QualificationsDESE Program
What the buyer is trying to do

The DDS seeks to establish a list of qualified Providers who can assist families in delivering wrap-around support services to children identified as needing additional assistance, thereby fostering better educational outcomes and reducing restrictive placements.

Who should pursue this
  • Organizations with experience in providing educational support services
  • Providers specializing in developmental services
  • Nonprofits focused on family support for children with special needs
Work breakdown
  • Review eligibility for Provider qualifications
  • Prepare and submit application materials
  • Ensure compliance with DDS and DESE regulations
  • Develop strategies for wrap-around service delivery
  • Engage families to understand their specific support needs
Response package checklist
  • Completed Provider qualification application
  • Evidence of past performance and experience
  • Resume of key personnel involved in service delivery
  • Proof of compliance with state regulations
  • Financial statement demonstrating stability
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
  • Must comply with DDS and DESE guidelines and criteria for service provision
  • Adhere to any local or state regulations governing educational support services
Pricing strategy
  • Consider competitive pricing while ensuring quality service delivery
  • Explore value-based pricing based on outcomes and impact of services
Teaming and subs
  • Partner with local educational institutions
  • Collaborate with NGOs focused on child development
  • Engage specialists in wrap-around service methodologies
Risks and watchouts
  • Potential challenges in meeting the strict DDS/DESE qualification criteria
  • High competition from experienced providers
  • Changes in state funding for educational programs
Smart questions to ask
  • What specific qualifications are necessary for Providers in the DESE Program?
  • Are there any existing Providers already on the Master list and how does that impact new applications?
  • What metrics will be used to evaluate Provider effectiveness?
Source coverage notes

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  • Details on specific qualifications needed for Providers
  • Information on the application process timeline
  • Budget allocation for the program
  • Metrics for success evaluation
  • Background on existing Provider performance
  • Conditions affecting service provision
  • Any required certifications or licenses
  • Location specifics for service delivery
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