FY2026 Student Awareness Fire Education (SAFE) and Senior SAFE Grant Notification

Solicitation: Not available

Notice ID: ma_commbuys_5c5ef2657c735f79146a

NAICS • 00Set-Aside • SBPP Eligible: YES Department • Department of Fire Services Agency • DFS - Finance State • MAPosted • —Due • Mar 05, 2026, 05:00 PM UTC• Expired

Federal opportunity from DFS - Finance • Department of Fire Services. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: Mar 05, 2026. Industry: NAICS 00.

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12-month awarded value

$533,953,549

Sector total $533,953,549 • Share 100.0%

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Median

$139,000

P10–P90

$30,125–$967,312

Volatility

Volatile200%

Market composition

NAICS share of sector

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100.0%

Momentum (last 3 vs prior 3 buckets)

+100%($533,953,549)

Deal sizing

$139,000 median

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Place of performance

Shipping/Receiving 1 State Road Stow, MA 01775 US Email: Joseph.Dupre@mass.gov Phone: (978) 567-3766

State: MA

Contracting office

Not listed

Applicable Wage Determinations

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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

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BOILERMAKER

Base $50.62Fringe $28.82

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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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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

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DIVER TENDER

Base $61.70Fringe $35.47

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MA20260011 (Rev 0)

Open WD

Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Franklin

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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

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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

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MA20260019 (Rev 0)

Open WD

Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Hampden

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POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR Group 1

Base $57.83Fringe $33.70

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Group 2

Base $57.18Fringe $33.70

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POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR Group 1

Base $42.88Fringe $31.04

+21 more occupation rates in this WD

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MA20260007 (Rev 0)

Open WD

Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Franklin

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CARPENTER

Base $43.33Fringe $27.82

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Power equipment operators: (1) Backhoe/Excavator/Trackhoe

Base $42.88Fringe $31.04

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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 Fire Services

Agency

DFS - Finance

Subagency

DFS - Finance

Office

Julie Walrath

Contracting Office Address

Not available

Description

The Executive Office of Public Safety and Security (EOPSS) and the Department of Fire Services (DFS) are pleased to announce this opportunity that is available to fire departments in every city, town, fire district, and eligible state authority fire departments of the Commonwealth to provide fire and life safety education to school-aged children (SAFE) and senior citizens (Senior SAFE).

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Executive summary

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The FY2026 Student Awareness Fire Education (SAFE) and Senior SAFE Grant Notification aims to enhance fire and life safety education for school-aged children and senior citizens across the Commonwealth. This initiative is supported by the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security and the Department of Fire Services. Fire departments in all cities, towns, fire districts, and state authorities are eligible to apply for this funding by the response deadline of March 5, 2026.

fire safetyeducation grantcommunity safety programssenior citizen educationchild safety awareness

What the buyer is trying to do

The buyer is seeking to distribute grant funding to fire departments for the purpose of providing fire and life safety education programs specifically targeting school-aged children and senior citizens.

Who should pursue this

Fire departments within the Commonwealth
Educational organizations focused on safety
Community-based organizations involved in fire prevention education

Work breakdown

Identify eligible fire departments
Draft proposals for safety education programs
Submit applications by the deadline
Report on program outcomes and effectiveness

Response package checklist

Completed application form
Detailed program description
Budget outline
Proof of eligibility as a fire department
Letter of support from local government

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Compliance notes

Must comply with state regulations on fire safety education
Adherence to grant reporting requirements

Pricing strategy

Consider costs of educational materials and training for staff
Include administrative costs for program management

Teaming and subs

Partner with local educational institutions
Collaborate with community organizations focused on elderly services

Risks and watchouts

Potential competition for grant funds from many departments
Strict adherence to reporting requirements to avoid funding loss

Smart questions to ask

What specific outcomes are expected from the funded programs?
Are there any restrictions on the types of programs that can be funded?
What has been the impact of previous grant cycles?

Source coverage notes

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Specific funding amounts available
Criteria for evaluating proposals
Details on program reporting requirements
Information on prior funding success and challenges
Contact information for program administrators

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