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MA20260006 (Rev 2)Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Barnstable, Berkshire, Bristol +11
7 occupation rates available in the full WD.
Restaurant Food Take-out/Delivery Services
Solicitation: BD-22-1035-DYS01-DYS01-64969
Notice ID: ma_commbuys_69935cb61eb9c0ccab40
Department • Department of Youth ServicesState • MAPosted • —Due • Apr 02, 2029, 04:00 PM UTC• Closes in 1044 daysBid range • $263,959 - $312,841
Contract snapshot
Federal opportunity from Department of Youth Services. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: Apr 02, 2029.
- Source
- Open on official portal →
- Solicitation
- BD-22-1035-DYS01-DYS01-64969
- Performance
- MA
- Response
- Apr 02, 2029, 04:00 PM UTC
Live POP
Place of performance
MA
Contracting office
Not listed
Point of Contact
Name
Alan Simons
Email
Not available
Phone
Not available
Agency & Office
Department
Department of Youth Services
Agency
Not available
Subagency
Not available
Office
Alan Simons
Contracting Office Address
Not available
Applicable wage determinations
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Davis-BaconBest fitstate match
MA20260006 (Rev 2)Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Barnstable, Berkshire, Bristol +11
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Base $30.86Fringe $14.15
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Base $37.15Fringe $14.57
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Base $38.38Fringe $14.66
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MA20260014 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Dukes, Nantucket
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Base $43.33Fringe $27.82
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Base $39.12Fringe $31.04
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Base $42.88Fringe $31.04
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MA20260017 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Bristol
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Base $66.17Fringe $37.08
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Base $57.18Fringe $33.70
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Base $57.83Fringe $33.70
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MA20260001 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Barnstable, Bristol, Dukes +5
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Base $55.45Fringe $36.63
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Base $55.45Fringe $36.63
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Base $55.45Fringe $36.63
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Description
The Massachusetts Department of Youth Services seeks vendors to supply freshly prepared, quality restaurant food for takeout or delivery to designated program locations.
Advisory bid range
Pricing and bid posture
$263,959 - $312,841
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
$263,959
Target
$279,322
Premium
$312,841
Labor
$13,680
Direct
$183,000
Burden
$29,383
Fee + reserve
$32,919
Target $279,322Hybrid workpaper with explicit assumptions3 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
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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 19, 2026
Client-ready brief
Executive summary
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The Massachusetts Department of Youth Services (DYS) is soliciting vendors for Restaurant Food Take-out/Delivery Services, indicating a strong need for freshly prepared quality food delivered to various program locations. The response deadline for bids is set for April 2, 2029, making this a long-term opportunity for eligible vendors. This contract is part of the Small Business Purchasing Program, encouraging small businesses to participate.
Restaurant food deliveryPrepared mealsDYS servicesSmall business supportCatering contracts
What the buyer is trying to do
DYS is looking to contract vendors that can provide freshly prepared restaurant-quality food for takeout or delivery to designated locations, meeting specific dietary and quality standards.
Who should pursue this
- Local restaurants with delivery capabilities.
- Catering services capable of providing diverse menus.
- Companies experienced in working with government contracts.
Work breakdown
- Understand the menu and food service requirements specified by DYS.
- Establish delivery logistics to ensure timely food delivery.
- Maintain quality assurance and compliance with health regulations.
Response package checklist
- Completed bid proposal form.
- Proof of eligibility for SBPP.
- Menu options and pricing specifications.
- Delivery plan details.
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
- Adhere to all local health and safety regulations for food service.
- Ensure compliance with DYS program requirements.
Pricing strategy
- Consider competitive pricing while maintaining quality.
- Evaluate costs for delivery logistics.
Teaming and subs
- Partner with local farms for fresh ingredients.
- Collaborate with catering companies to meet diverse menu needs.
Risks and watchouts
- Potential challenges with maintaining food quality during delivery.
- Risk of changing dietary needs or preferences from DYS.
- Compliance with changing health regulations over the contract duration.
Smart questions to ask
- What specific dietary requirements must be met?
- Are there preferred cuisine types or meal formats?
- How will changes in delivery locations be communicated?
Source coverage notes
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- Specific dietary requirements from DYS not detailed.
- Exact locations for delivery are unspecified.
- Menu item specifications are not provided.
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