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MA20260001 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Barnstable, Bristol, Dukes +5
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Right Whale Interaction Reduction Research Grant
Solicitation: BD-24-1046-DMF-FW201-98458
Notice ID: ma_commbuys_b6401bcf4131af14bb58
Department • Department of Fish and GameState • MAPosted • —Due • Dec 27, 2027, 04:00 PM UTC• Closes in 582 daysBid range • $316,256 - $374,822
Contract snapshot
Federal opportunity from Department of Fish and Game. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: Dec 27, 2027.
- Source
- Open on official portal →
- Solicitation
- BD-24-1046-DMF-FW201-98458
- Performance
- MA
- Response
- Dec 27, 2027, 04:00 PM UTC
Live POP
Place of performance
MA
Contracting office
Not listed
Point of Contact
Name
Whitney Sargent
Email
Not available
Phone
Not available
Agency & Office
Department
Department of Fish and Game
Agency
Not available
Subagency
Not available
Office
Whitney Sargent
Contracting Office Address
Not available
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MA20260001 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Barnstable, Bristol, Dukes +5
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MA20260014 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Dukes, Nantucket
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MA20260023 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Plymouth
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MA20260024 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Suffolk
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Description
The Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries is accepting grant proposals for research projects intended to monitor the presence of North Atlantic right whales (NARW), analyze co-occurrence with trap fisheries, and test innovative gear to reduce potentially harmful interactions between NARWs and the lobster fishery. Please see RFR for specifics.
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%
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NAICS share of sector
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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 22, 2026
Client-ready brief
Executive summary
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The Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries is seeking grant proposals to address the interaction between North Atlantic right whales and the lobster fishery. Proposals should focus on monitoring NARW presence, analyzing co-occurrence with trap fisheries, and testing innovative gear to mitigate harmful interactions. The response deadline is set for December 27, 2027, providing ample time for thorough research and proposal preparation.
North Atlantic Right WhaleFisheries ResearchGear InnovationMarine BiologyConservation Grant
What the buyer is trying to do
The buyer aims to fund research projects that monitor the North Atlantic right whale's presence, analyze its interactions with trap fisheries, and develop gear to reduce negative interactions with the lobster fishery.
Who should pursue this
- Marine research organizations specializing in marine mammals.
- Companies with expertise in fisheries and trap gear technology.
- Academic institutions conducting marine ecological studies.
Work breakdown
- Design and implement monitoring protocols for NARW presence.
- Collect and analyze data on co-occurrence between NARWs and trap fisheries.
- Identify and test innovative gear solutions to minimize harmful interactions.
- Prepare and submit a detailed research proposal including methodology and expected outcomes.
Response package checklist
- Research proposal including objectives and methodology.
- Budget breakdown for grant funds allocated.
- Timeline for research activities and project milestones.
- Qualifications of the research team and relevant experience.
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
- Proposals must adhere to guidelines outlined in the RFR.
- Ensure all safety and research compliance standards are met according to marine fisheries regulations.
Pricing strategy
- Outline clear budget allocations for each phase of research.
- Consider indirect costs and overhead in grant proposal.
Teaming and subs
- Partner with local fishing communities for on-the-ground insights.
- Collaborate with technology firms specializing in marine gear.
Risks and watchouts
- Potential delays in data collection due to seasonal whale migrations.
- Challenges in obtaining cooperation from local fisheries.
Smart questions to ask
- What specific data is required for the analysis of NARW interactions?
- Are there existing studies or data we should reference in our proposal?
- What criteria will be used to evaluate the effectiveness of proposed gear innovations?
Source coverage notes
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- No specific budget range provided for proposals.
- Details on specific innovative gear types are not mentioned.
- Limited information on existing data related to NARW interactions.
- No specifics on the required length or format of the proposals.
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