Grant Notice: On-Demand Gear Grant and Research Program

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Notice ID: ma_commbuys_d64719edf511d5643fbf

NAICS • 00Set-Aside • SBPP Eligible: NO Department • Department of Fish and Game Agency • DMF - Division of Marine Fisheries State • MAPosted • —Due • Nov 30, 2026, 03:00 PM UTC• Closes in 235 days

Federal opportunity from DMF - Division of Marine Fisheries • Department of Fish and Game. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: Nov 30, 2026. Industry: NAICS 00.

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12-month awarded value

$7,205,695,420

Sector total $7,205,695,420 • Share 100.0%

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$96,720

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$28,298–$2,037,759

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Volatile200%

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+100%($7,205,695,420)

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Place of performance

Jeanne Shaw Hayes 30 Emerson Avenue Gloucester, MA 01930 US Email: Jeanne.Shaw@state.ma.us Phone: (978) 282-0308

State: MA

Contracting office

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MA20260010 (Rev 0)

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Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Berkshire, Franklin, Hampden +1

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MA20260010 (Rev 0)

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Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Berkshire, Franklin, Hampden +1

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BOILERMAKER

Base $50.62Fringe $28.82

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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.)

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BOILERMAKER

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MA20260019 (Rev 0)

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Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Hampden

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POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR Group 1

Base $57.83Fringe $33.70

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Base $57.18Fringe $33.70

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POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR Group 1

Base $42.88Fringe $31.04

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MA20260007 (Rev 0)

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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

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Point of Contact

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Agency & Office

Department

Department of Fish and Game

Agency

DMF - Division of Marine Fisheries

Subagency

DMF - Division of Marine Fisheries

Office

Whitney Sargent

Contracting Office Address

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Description

The Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries (MA DMF) is seeking commercial fishers to participate in an on-demand gear grant and research program during the fixed-gear closure season areas in 2026. See attached

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Updated: Feb 17, 2026

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Executive summary

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The Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries (DMF) is seeking commercial fishers to participate in an on-demand gear grant and research program tied to fixed-gear closure season areas in 2026. The response deadline shown is 2026-11-30T15:00:00+00:00. This appears to be a participation/grant-style opportunity (not a typical services procurement), and the notice indicates details are in an attachment. If you are a commercial fixed-gear fisher able to operate in the 2026 closure season areas and comply with research/data requirements described in the attachment, this may be a strong fit.

on-demand gearfixed-gear closure season areascommercial fishersgrant and research programMassachusetts Division of Marine FisheriesDMF

What the buyer is trying to do

Recruit commercial fishers to adopt and operate on-demand fishing gear within 2026 fixed-gear closure season areas, while supporting a grant and research program administered by MA DMF.

Who should pursue this

Commercial fishers operating fixed gear who can participate during fixed-gear closure season areas in 2026
Fishing operations already positioned to trial or transition to on-demand gear and support research participation requirements

Work breakdown

Enroll qualified commercial fishers into MA DMF’s on-demand gear grant and research program (per attachment requirements)
Deploy and operate on-demand gear during fixed-gear closure season areas in 2026
Participate in research activities and any reporting/data collection requirements defined by MA DMF
Comply with any program rules for gear use, operational practices, and documentation during the 2026 season

Response package checklist

Completed application/response documents specified in the attached notice
Proof of commercial fishing eligibility/credentials required by the program (as specified in the attachment)
Narrative of how you will participate in the on-demand gear grant and research program during 2026 closure season areas (aligned to attachment instructions)
Acknowledgment of research participation, data sharing/reporting, and compliance requirements (as specified in the attachment)

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Compliance notes

Response deadline is 2026-11-30T15:00:00+00:00
Program participation is explicitly tied to fixed-gear closure season areas in 2026
Key requirements are likely in the attachment; ensure your submission follows the attachment’s format, eligibility criteria, and any mandatory forms

Pricing strategy

Treat this as a grant/participant compensation structure rather than bid pricing unless the attachment explicitly requests a cost proposal
If reimbursement or cost-share is involved (per attachment), clearly separate eligible vs. non-eligible costs and document assumptions tied to on-demand gear acquisition/operation

Teaming and subs

If allowed by the attachment, consider teaming with on-demand gear technology providers for equipment, training, and maintenance support
If research support is permitted/needed, coordinate with a fisheries research partner to help with data capture, QA/QC, and reporting workflows

Risks and watchouts

Primary requirements and eligibility criteria are in the attachment; missing a mandatory form or eligibility condition is a high risk
Operational risk: successfully deploying on-demand gear during 2026 closure season areas may require training, reliability planning, and contingency procedures (details likely specified in attachment)
Research compliance risk: failure to meet data collection/reporting expectations could jeopardize participation or grant benefits

Smart questions to ask

What are the specific eligibility criteria for commercial fishers (licenses, permits, gear types, geographic/area constraints) for the 2026 closure season areas?
What on-demand gear models/standards are acceptable, and are there approved vendors or minimum performance requirements?
What are the required research activities (data types, frequency, reporting format, monitoring requirements) and how will DMF use the data?
What funding/grant structure applies (reimbursement vs. upfront, caps, eligible cost categories, required documentation, any cost-share)?
What are the program timelines within 2026 (enrollment date, gear deployment windows, check-ins, final report deadlines)?
What are the selection criteria and how many participants does DMF intend to enroll?

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