RFR DYS POS 2019-12 TECHNICAL CONSULTING SERVICES Statewide
Federal opportunity from DYS01 - DYS-Boston • Department of Youth Services. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: Jun 30, 2026. Industry: NAICS 93, 14, 00.
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Description
DYS desires to establish a master list of qualified consultants, both organizations and individuals, from which it will draw on an "as needed" basis for technical assistance, consultation, and training.
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The Massachusetts Department of Youth Services (DYS) is soliciting proposals for establishing a master list of qualified consultants for ongoing technical assistance, consultation, and training as needed. This is a statewide opportunity aimed at both individual and organizational consultants, making it accessible for small business participation under the Small Business Preferential Program. The response deadline is set for June 30, 2026, allowing ample time for interested parties to prepare their submissions.
DYS aims to create a master list of qualified technical consultants to provide support and training services on an as-needed basis across the state.
- Small businesses with expertise in youth services
- Consulting firms specializing in technical assistance
- Independent consultants with relevant experience
- Develop a master list of qualified consultants
- Define criteria for qualification
- Establish consultation and training frameworks
- Manage ongoing consultant relationships
- Cover letter
- Consultant qualifications and expertise
- Relevant past performance examples
- Pricing strategy and fee structure
- Compliance with Small Business Preferential Program requirements
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- Ensure compliance with small business eligibility requirements
- Adherence to any specific qualifications outlined in attachments
- Propose competitive pricing based on market standards
- Consider variable pricing models for different service scopes
- Explore partnerships with local educational institutions
- Consider collaboration with non-profit organizations in youth services
- Potential for limited funding availability for consultants
- Market competition may result in lower fees
- Regulatory changes impacting youth services may alter needs
- What specific qualifications and experiences are prioritized for consultants?
- How frequently will consultants be engaged and for what duration?
- What performance metrics will be used to assess consultant effectiveness?
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- Specific criteria for consultants' qualifications
- Details regarding the types of training and consultation required
- Information about potential funding sources for the consulting services
- Clarification on how often consultants will be engaged
- Date for when the master list will be utilized starting
- Expected volume of work for consultants
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