Restaurant Food Take-out/Delivery Services

Solicitation: Not available

Notice ID: ma_commbuys_69935cb61eb9c0ccab40

NAICS • 90, 10, 18Set-Aside • SBPP Eligible: YES Department • Department of Youth Services Agency • DYS01 - DYS-Boston State • MAPosted • —Due • Apr 02, 2029, 04:00 PM UTC• Closes in 1089 days

Federal opportunity from DYS01 - DYS-Boston • Department of Youth Services. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: Apr 02, 2029. 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

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Applicable Wage Determinations

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Best fit for this contractDavis-Bacon

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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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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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Base $61.70Fringe $35.47

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Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Hampden

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Base $57.83Fringe $33.70

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Base $57.18Fringe $33.70

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Base $42.88Fringe $31.04

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MA20260007 (Rev 0)

Open WD

Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Franklin

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CARPENTER

Base $43.33Fringe $27.82

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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 19, 2026

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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

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

Specific dietary requirements from DYS not detailed.
Exact locations for delivery are unspecified.
Menu item specifications are not provided.

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