Restaurant Food Take-out/Delivery Services

Solicitation: Not available

Notice ID: ma_commbuys_5e62dd5eae0ab964cf2c

NAICS • 90, 10, 18Set-Aside • SBPP Eligible: YES Department • Department of Youth Services Agency • DYS01 - DYS-Boston State • MAPosted • —Due • Mar 06, 2030, 04:00 PM UTC• Closes in 1427 days

Federal opportunity from DYS01 - DYS-Boston • Department of Youth Services. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: Mar 06, 2030. Industry: NAICS 90, 10, 18.

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Baseline awarded-market signal across all contracting (sample of 400 recent awards; refreshed periodically).

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12-month awarded value

$533,953,549

Sector total $533,953,549 • Share 100.0%

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Median

$139,000

P10–P90

$30,125–$967,312

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%($533,953,549)

Deal sizing

$139,000 median

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Place of performance

DYS Capital Project Bids 40 Broad Street 4th floor Boston, MA 02109 US Email: Jannelvy.Martinez@mass.gov Phone: (617) 872-4324

State: MA

Contracting office

Not listed

Applicable Wage Determinations

SAM WDOL references matched to this opportunity's location and scope language.

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Best fit for this contractDavis-Bacon

MA20260010 (Rev 0)

Match signal: state matchOpen WD

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

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Base $50.62Fringe $28.82

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Base $50.81Fringe $32.27

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MA20260010 (Rev 0)

Open WD

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

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BOILERMAKER

Base $50.62Fringe $28.82

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BRICKLAYER BRICKLAYERS; CEMENT MASONS; PLASTERERS; STONE MASONS; MARBLE, TILE & TERRAZZO WORKERS

Base $50.81Fringe $32.27

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DIVER TENDER

Base $61.70Fringe $35.47

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Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Franklin

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Base $44.36Fringe $36.63

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BOILERMAKER

Base $50.62Fringe $28.82

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BRICKLAYER BRICKLAYERS; CEMENT MASONS; PLASTERERS; STONE MASONS; MARBLE, TILE & TERRAZZO WORKERS

Base $50.81Fringe $32.27

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MA20260019 (Rev 0)

Open WD

Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Hampden

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POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR Group 1

Base $57.83Fringe $33.70

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Group 2

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)

Open WD

Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Franklin

Rate

CARPENTER

Base $43.33Fringe $27.82

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Base $42.88Fringe $31.04

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A (1) Loader

Base $42.88Fringe $31.04

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Point of Contact

Not available

Agency & Office

Department

Department of Youth Services

Agency

DYS01 - DYS-Boston

Subagency

DYS01 - DYS-Boston

Office

Alan Simons

Contracting Office Address

Not available

Description

The Massachusetts Department of Youth Services seeks vendors to supply freshly prepared, quality restaurant food for takeout or delivery to designated program locations.

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BidPulsar Analysis

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Updated: Feb 27, 2026

Client-ready brief

Executive summary

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The Massachusetts Department of Youth Services is soliciting vendors for takeout or delivery of freshly prepared, quality restaurant food to specific program locations. This opportunity is set aside for small businesses and has a response deadline of March 6, 2030. Vendors must demonstrate the ability to consistently provide high-quality meal options to fulfill this service.

food servicerestaurant deliveryyouth servicesmeal deliverysmall business

What the buyer is trying to do

DYS is seeking reliable vendors to supply quality restaurant food to ensure that program locations have access to nutritious meals.

Who should pursue this

Restaurants with delivery capabilities
Catering services that meet health and safety standards
Small businesses with previous government experience in food services

Work breakdown

Identify qualified restaurants able to meet food quality standards
Establish logistics for timely delivery or pickup
Maintain food safety and hygiene compliance
Create a menu that aligns with the dietary requirements of program participants
Develop a system for regular feedback and quality control

Response package checklist

Completed bid form
Proof of food safety certifications
Proposed menus and pricing
Evidence of delivery capability
Past performance references

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Compliance notes

Must adhere to health and safety regulations for food service
Compliance with local and state food preparation laws

Pricing strategy

Consider competitive pricing for bulk meal services
Include options for various dietary needs in pricing

Teaming and subs

Partnerships with local farms for fresh ingredients
Collaboration with delivery services to optimize logistics

Risks and watchouts

Potential for supply chain disruptions affecting food quality
Changes in local health regulations impacting service delivery
Inaccurate pricing or insufficient profit margins on meals

Smart questions to ask

What specific dietary requirements need to be accommodated?
Are there preferred delivery times for food services?
What is the process for handling food safety inspections?

Source coverage notes

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

Specific dietary requirements for the meals
Logistics details for delivery locations
Exact measurement or volume requirements for food orders
Number of expected meals per delivery
Health and safety standards specifics
Information on program participant demographics
Confirmation of how many locations food will be shipped to
Communication expectations for vendors

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