Biological Surveys, Research and Testing (DFW-2019-021)

Solicitation: BD-19-1046-DFW-FWE24-35039

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Notice ID: ma_commbuys_aac7479968be9b87e680

Department • Department of Fish and Game State • MAPosted • —Due • Jan 31, 2029, 11:00 AM UTC• Closes in 983 daysBid range • $287,168 - $340,347

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Federal opportunity from Department of Fish and Game. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: Jan 31, 2029.

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Solicitation: BD-19-1046-DFW-FWE24-35039
Performance: MA
Response: Jan 31, 2029, 11:00 AM UTC

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Place of performance

Contracting office

Not listed

Point of Contact

Name

Cynthia Pratt

Not available

Phone

Not available

Agency & Office

Department

Department of Fish and Game

Agency

Not available

Subagency

Not available

Office

Cynthia Pratt

Contracting Office Address

Not available

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Best fitDavis-Baconstate match

MA20260006 (Rev 2)

Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Barnstable, Berkshire, Bristol +11

7 occupation rates available in the full WD.

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MA20260006 (Rev 2)

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Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Barnstable, Berkshire, Bristol +11

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OF THE STRAIGHT TIME RATE, MULTIPLIED BY THE TOTAL HOURS WORKED

Base $30.86Fringe $14.15

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OF THE STRAIGHT TIME RATE, MULTIPLIED BY THE TOTAL HOURS WORKED

Base $37.15Fringe $14.57

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OF THE STRAIGHT TIME RATE, MULTIPLIED BY THE TOTAL HOURS WORKED

Base $38.38Fringe $14.66

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MA20260014 (Rev 1)

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Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Dukes, Nantucket

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CARPENTER

Base $43.33Fringe $27.82

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s POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: (4) ROLLER 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

Base $39.12Fringe $31.04

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POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: (1) LOADER 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

Base $42.88Fringe $31.04

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MA20260017 (Rev 1)

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Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Bristol

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ELECTRICIAN (INCLUDES TRAFFIC SIGNALIZATION)

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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Base $57.83Fringe $33.70

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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)

Base $55.45Fringe $36.63

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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)

Base $55.45Fringe $36.63

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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

Base $55.45Fringe $36.63

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Description

Biological Surveys, Research and Testing (DFW-2019-021)

Advisory bid range

Pricing and bid posture

medium confidence

$287,168 - $340,347

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

$287,168

Target

$303,882

Premium

$340,347

Labor

$124,800

Direct

$53,000

Burden

$88,068

Fee + reserve

$35,814

Target $303,882Hybrid 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).

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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%

Momentum (last 3 vs prior 3 buckets)

+100%($3,508,452,282)

Deal sizing

$350,000 median

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Live signal is computed from awarded notices already observed in the system.

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BidPulsar Analysis

A practical, capture-style breakdown of fit, requirements, risks, and next steps.

Updated: Feb 25, 2026

Client-ready brief

Executive summary

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The DFW - Division of Fisheries and Wildlife has issued a solicitation for biological surveys, research, and testing under notice ID ma_commbuys_aac7479968be9b87e680. This opportunity is set aside for small businesses and has a response deadline of January 31, 2029, allowing ample time for preparation. The NAICS code associated with this opportunity is UNSPSC 80-10-16, highlighting the specialized nature of the required activities.

biological surveyswildlife researchfisheries testingenvironmental consultingsmall business set-aside

What the buyer is trying to do

The buyer seeks to conduct biological surveys, research, and testing to support wildlife and fisheries management initiatives.

Who should pursue this

Small businesses with expertise in biological research
Environmental consulting firms
Organizations with experience in wildlife management

Work breakdown

Identify target species for surveys
Design survey methodology
Execute field research
Analyze collected data
Prepare and submit reports

Response package checklist

Technical proposal outlining methodologies
Resumes of key personnel
Past performance references
Cost proposal including pricing breakdown

More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes

Compliance notes

Adhere to small business participation requirements
Follow DFW's guidelines for biological research ethics
Ensure compliance with local and federal regulations regarding wildlife

Pricing strategy

Consider competitive pricing aligned with similar projects
Include indirect costs and overhead in pricing
Highlight value and unique capabilities in cost proposal

Teaming and subs

Partner with local environmental NGOs
Engage academic institutions for research collaboration
Include subcontractors with specialized skills in fisheries

Risks and watchouts

Delays in data collection due to weather or access issues
Potential regulatory changes affecting survey methods
Challenges in recruitment of qualified personnel

Smart questions to ask

What specific species or ecosystems are of priority for the surveys?
Are there preferred methodologies or technologies recommended for data collection?
What is the expected volume of work over the project's duration?

Source coverage notes

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Exact performance location details not provided
Specific project outcomes or deliverables not detailed
Funding amount or budget constraints unknown
Previous contract history or performance metrics missing
Additional compliance requirements unspecified

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