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Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

26MAOSTBH1 | Interpreter in Education Course Delivery - American Sign Language | MA for Districts

Solicitation: BD-26-1026-DOE02-DOE01-123386
Notice ID: ma_commbuys_dfaf1a5b3247e13186f8
Contract snapshot

Federal opportunity from Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: Dec 31, 2029.

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Solicitation
BD-26-1026-DOE02-DOE01-123386
Performance
MA
Response
Dec 31, 2029, 12:00 PM UTC
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Place of performance
MA
Contracting office
Not listed

Point of Contact

Name
Deborah Dahl
Email
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Phone
Not available

Agency & Office

Department
Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
Agency
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Subagency
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Office
Deborah Dahl
Contracting Office Address
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Applicable wage determinations

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Best fitDavis-Baconstate match
MA20260008 (Rev 1)
Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Barnstable, Bristol, Dukes +6
112 occupation rates available in the full WD.
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MA20260008 (Rev 1)
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Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Barnstable, Bristol, Dukes +6
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BOILERMAKER
Base $50.62Fringe $28.82
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Base $58.21Fringe $33.71
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MA20260007 (Rev 1)
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Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Franklin
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CARPENTER
Base $43.33Fringe $27.82
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inges POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATORS: CRANE 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
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MA20260015 (Rev 1)
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Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Barnstable
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ELECTRICIAN (INCLUDES TRAFFIC SIGNALIZATION)
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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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MA20260018 (Rev 1)
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Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Essex
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CARPENTER (INCLUDES FORM WORK)
Base $50.10Fringe $31.45
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ELECTRICIAN
Base $66.17Fringe $37.08
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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
Base $57.18Fringe $33.70
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Description

The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education invites bidders to deliver courses to provide training for certified American Sign Language (ASL) interpreters to support interactions between schools and families in the education setting. Vendors will employ Department-approved instructors and utilize provided syllabus and training materials. This is a prequalified list of vendors for individuals/organizations to use at their own expense.

Advisory bid range

Pricing and bid posture

medium confidence
$263,959 - $312,841

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
$263,959
Target
$279,322
Premium
$312,841
Labor
$13,680
Direct
$183,000
Burden
$29,383
Fee + reserve
$32,919
Target $279,322Hybrid workpaper with explicit assumptions3 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
$3,516,281,615
Sector total $3,516,281,615 • Share 100.0%
Live
Median
$350,000
P10–P90
$32,459$3,347,126
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%($3,516,281,615)
Deal sizing
$350,000 median
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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
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The Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is seeking bids for the delivery of courses aimed at training certified American Sign Language (ASL) interpreters. This program is essential for enhancing communication between schools and families within the education setting. Vendors must utilize Department-approved instructors and provided training materials that support the curriculum.

American Sign Languageinterpreter trainingeducationcertification coursesMassachusetts DESE
What the buyer is trying to do

The buyer aims to establish a prequalified list of vendors to provide training for certified ASL interpreters, ensuring effective communication between educational institutions and families.

Who should pursue this
  • Organizations specializing in interpreter training.
  • Vendors with certified ASL instructors.
  • Educational institutions looking to offer interpreter courses.
Work breakdown
  • Provide training courses for ASL interpreters.
  • Utilize Department-approved instructors.
  • Employ provided syllabus and training materials.
Response package checklist
  • Proof of vendor qualifications and experience in ASL training.
  • Details on instructor credentials.
  • Proposed course syllabus and training materials.
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
  • All instructors must be Department-approved.
  • Bidder must adhere to training curriculum guidelines.
Pricing strategy
  • Develop competitive pricing while ensuring quality of instruction.
  • Consider costs associated with materials and instructor fees.
Teaming and subs
  • Opportunity for partnering with educational institutions that have interpreter training programs.
  • Collaborate with experienced ASL instructors or organizations.
Risks and watchouts
  • Potential changes in Department regulations or requirements.
  • Risk of limited enrollment if the courses are not effectively marketed.
Smart questions to ask
  • What are the specific qualifications required for instructors?
  • How many courses are anticipated to be delivered annually?
Source coverage notes

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  • No specific start and end dates for the courses are provided.
  • Unclear on the expected number of training sessions per year.
  • Details on the evaluation criteria for bids are not specified.
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