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Department of Mental Health

DMH RFQ For Qualified Foreign Language Interpreter Contractors and Translation Services

Solicitation: BD-25-1022-DMH07-7110C-108144
Notice ID: ma_commbuys_984fa763ad2157a54143
DepartmentDepartment of Mental HealthStateMAPostedDueMay 31, 2026, 11:44 AM UTCCloses in 7 daysBid range$316,256 - $374,822
Contract snapshot

Federal opportunity from Department of Mental Health. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: May 31, 2026.

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Solicitation
BD-25-1022-DMH07-7110C-108144
Performance
MA
Response
May 31, 2026, 11:44 AM UTC
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Place of performance
MA
Contracting office
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Point of Contact

Name
LAURIE DIMUCCI
Email
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Phone
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Agency & Office

Department
Department of Mental Health
Agency
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Subagency
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Office
LAURIE DIMUCCI
Contracting Office Address
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Applicable wage determinations

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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
Rate
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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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 $57.83Fringe $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

BIDS DUE Thursday October 31,2024 at 3pm

Advisory bid range

Pricing and bid posture

medium confidence
$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.

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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.

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BidPulsar Analysis

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

Updated: Feb 22, 2026
Client-ready brief
Executive summary
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The DMH is seeking bids from qualified contractors for foreign language interpretation and translation services. This RFQ is set to close on October 31, 2024, at 3 PM, and is open exclusively to small businesses. Interested contractors must meet the outlined qualifications to compete effectively for the contract.

foreign language interpretationtranslation servicesDMH contractor opportunitysmall business procurement
What the buyer is trying to do

The buyer aims to procure reliable and qualified foreign language interpreter and translation services to support its diverse communication needs.

Who should pursue this
  • Small businesses specializing in language services.
  • Contractors with experience in state or government contracts.
  • Companies with certified linguists and translators.
Work breakdown
  • Provide interpretation services in multiple languages.
  • Deliver translation services for documentation.
  • Ensure availability during specified hours and locations as needed.
Response package checklist
  • Formulate a detailed proposal outlining qualifications.
  • Include pricing structure for available services.
  • Provide evidence of past performance and client references.
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
  • Ensure compliance with SBPP guidelines.
  • Adhere to any regulations regarding language certification.
Pricing strategy
  • Consider competitive pricing to secure a contract in a potentially crowded market.
  • Include flexible pricing options based on service volume and complexity.
Teaming and subs
  • Partner with local language service providers for expanded capabilities.
  • Consider subcontracting out specialization in rare languages.
Risks and watchouts
  • Potential for high competition among bidders.
  • Risk of underestimating the volume of work required.
  • Watch for potential changes in demand for specific languages.
Smart questions to ask
  • What are the expected Languages required for interpretation?
  • Are there specific times and locations where services are required?
  • What performance metrics will be used to evaluate contractor services?
Source coverage notes

Some notices publish limited source detail. Confirm these points before final bid/no-bid decisions.

  • Specific languages needed for interpretation and translation.
  • Detailed performance metrics for contractors.
  • Information on existing contractors providing these services.
  • Clarification on evaluation criteria for proposals.
  • Any specific training or certification requirements for linguists.
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