Best fitDavis-Baconstate match
MA20260001 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Barnstable, Bristol, Dukes +5
90 occupation rates available in the full WD.
DFSAG RFR for 2026 Public Fire and Life Safety Education Conference Catering A/V /FSD
Solicitation: BD-26-1021-DFS-DFS01-127066
Notice ID: ma_commbuys_c4c1060d0ea50289da03
Source codes • 90, 11, 00Set-Aside • SBPP Eligible: YESDepartment • Department of Fire ServicesAgency • DFS - FinanceState • MAPosted • Mar 24, 2026, 03:44 PM UTCDue • Apr 15, 2026, 12:00 PM UTC• ExpiredBid range • $316,256 - $374,822
Contract snapshot
Federal opportunity from DFS - Finance • Department of Fire Services. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: Apr 15, 2026. Industry: Source industry codes 90, 11, 00.
- Source
- Open on official portal →
- Solicitation
- BD-26-1021-DFS-DFS01-127066
- Performance
- State Road Stow, MA 01775
- Response
- Apr 15, 2026, 12:00 PM UTC
Live POP
Place of performance
State Road Stow, MA 01775
State: MA
Contracting office
Shipping/Receiving 1 State Road Stow, MA 01775 US
Point of Contact
Name
Not available
Email
Not available
Phone
(978) 567-3143
Agency & Office
Department
Department of Fire Services
Agency
DFS - Finance
Subagency
DFS - Finance
Office
DFS01 - DFS01-Stow
Contracting Office Address
Shipping/Receiving 1 State Road Stow, MA 01775 US
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MA20260001 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Barnstable, Bristol, Dukes +5
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Base $55.45Fringe $36.63
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Base $55.45Fringe $36.63
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Base $55.45Fringe $36.63
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MA20260014 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Dukes, Nantucket
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Base $43.33Fringe $27.82
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MA20260009 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Dukes, Nantucket
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Base $50.62Fringe $28.82
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Base $63.44Fringe $37.33
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Base $64.52Fringe $37.51
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MA20260024 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Suffolk
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Base $66.17Fringe $37.08
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Base $57.18Fringe $33.70
Rate
Base $57.83Fringe $33.70
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Description
Request for Response (RFR) for a conference facility in order to host the 2026 Public Education Safety Conference in September 2026.
Advisory bid range
Pricing and bid posture
$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.
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.
Files
Files size/type shown when available.
2026 Public Fire and Life Safety Educational Conference Final~4.docx
DOCX
2026 Bidders Response Form PFLS Educational Conference Final~2.docx
DOCX
Certificate of Non-Collusion (1).docx
DOCX
form_contractor-authorized-signatory-listing-for-contractors~7.pdf
PDF
form_prompt-pay-discount~9.pdf
PDF
fw9~1.pdf
PDF
commonwealth-terms-and-conditions~1.pdf
PDF
Electronic Fund Payment EFT Form~3.pdf
PDF
form_standard-contract_Blank~1.pdf
PDF
DFS FLSE Conference ScoreCard Final~1.xlsx
XLSX
BidPulsar Analysis
A practical, capture-style breakdown of fit, requirements, risks, and next steps.
Updated: Mar 29, 2026
Client-ready brief
Executive summary
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The request for response (RFR) is for the 2026 Public Fire and Life Safety Education Conference, scheduled to be held in September 2026. The DFS - Finance is seeking a conference facility that can provide catering and audio-visual support. This opportunity is set aside for small business participation under the Small Business Procurement Program (SBPP).
Public Fire Safety ConferenceCatering ServicesAudio-Visual SupportEvent Managementsource codes 90, 11, 00
What the buyer is trying to do
The buyer intends to secure a conference venue that effectively accommodates the needs of the Public Education Safety Conference, ensuring appropriate catering and A/V support for the event.
Who should pursue this
- Small businesses with experience in conference catering
- Providers of audio-visual services
- Event management companies
Work breakdown
- Identify suitable conference facilities
- Evaluate catering options
- Ensure audio-visual equipment meets conference specifications
- Coordinate logistics for event management
Response package checklist
- Company profile and qualifications
- Proposed menu options
- Details of A/V capabilities
- Cost estimates for services
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
- Ensure alignment with SBPP eligibility requirements
- Follow all stated guidelines in the RFR
Pricing strategy
- Provide competitive pricing aligned with the conferencing needs
- Consider package deals that include catering and A/V services
Teaming and subs
- Consider partnering with local catering companies
- Subcontracting A/V services to specialized providers may enhance competitiveness
Risks and watchouts
- Potential competition from other small businesses
- Resource limitations in meeting the event's requirements
Smart questions to ask
- What specific A/V needs are anticipated for the conference?
- Are there preferred catering styles or themes?
- What is the expected number of attendees?
Source coverage notes
Some notices publish limited source detail. Confirm these points before final bid/no-bid decisions.
- Exact location of the conference facility
- Detailed requirements for catering and A/V
- Budget limits for the project
- Expected number of attendees
- Specific services included in the A/V requirements
Federal Bid Partners
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