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Department of Youth Services

DYS Arts Initiative Rolling Request For Responses

Solicitation: BD-25-1035-DYS01-DYS01-110101
Notice ID: ma_commbuys_f5ad50e1aba9dbf9733a
DepartmentDepartment of Youth ServicesStateMAPostedDueJun 30, 2026, 12:00 PM UTCCloses in 38 daysBid range$316,256 - $374,822
Contract snapshot

Federal opportunity from Department of Youth Services. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: Jun 30, 2026.

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Solicitation
BD-25-1035-DYS01-DYS01-110101
Performance
MA
Response
Jun 30, 2026, 12:00 PM UTC
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Place of performance
MA
Contracting office
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Point of Contact

Name
Phillip Davis
Email
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Phone
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Agency & Office

Department
Department of Youth Services
Agency
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Subagency
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Office
Phillip Davis
Contracting Office Address
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Best fitDavis-Baconstate match
MA20260001 (Rev 1)
Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Barnstable, Bristol, Dukes +5
90 occupation rates available in the full WD.
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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)
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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
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MA20260014 (Rev 1)
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Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Dukes, Nantucket
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CARPENTER
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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
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MA20260019 (Rev 1)
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Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Hampden
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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
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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
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MA20260024 (Rev 1)
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Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Suffolk
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ELECTRICIAN (INCLUDES TRAFFIC SIGNALIZATION)
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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
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Description

DYS seeks to develop and expand the DYS Arts Initiatives Arts Roster of qualified Arts Partners, both organizations and individuals, from which it will draw from on an as needed basis for arts-based programming and services, performance and production supports, technical assistance, consultation, arts administration supports and training across the DYS continuum.

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

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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%
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100.0%
share
Momentum (last 3 vs prior 3 buckets)
+100%($3,508,452,282)
Deal sizing
$350,000 median
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BidPulsar Analysis

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Updated: Feb 16, 2026
Client-ready brief
Executive summary
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The DYS Arts Initiative Rolling Request For Responses seeks to develop an Arts Roster for both organizations and individuals to provide various arts-based programming and support as needed. The response deadline is set for June 30, 2026, indicating a long-term engagement opportunity. Organizations engaged in arts administration and program delivery are encouraged to respond.

DYS Arts InitiativeArts RosterArts-based programmingBoston arts partnersCommunity arts support
What the buyer is trying to do

DYS aims to expand its Arts Roster by qualifying diverse Arts Partners for ongoing arts-based programming and support services.

Who should pursue this
  • Organizations specializing in arts education.
  • Individuals with a background in arts administration.
  • Consultants offering technical assistance in the arts.
Work breakdown
  • Develop Arts Roster of qualified arts organizations and individuals.
  • Provide performance and production supports.
  • Offer technical assistance and consultation.
  • Deliver arts administration supports and training.
Response package checklist
  • Completed response form as per the guidelines.
  • Demonstration of past performance in relevant arts initiatives.
  • Budget proposal aligned with arts delivery services.
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
  • Must adhere to SBPP eligibility for small business considerations.
  • Compliance with DYS administrative requirements.
Pricing strategy
  • Consider a pricing model based on service delivery metrics.
  • Include a flexible pricing structure to accommodate diverse programming needs.
Teaming and subs
  • Leverage partnerships with local arts organizations.
  • Consider teaming with technical assistance providers.
Risks and watchouts
  • Potential changes in funding from DYS could affect contract stability.
  • High competition among established arts organizations may limit opportunities.
Smart questions to ask
  • What specific skills and expertise are prioritized for the Arts Roster?
  • Are there specific performance metrics expected from Arts Partners?
  • How frequently will DYS review and update the Arts Roster?
Source coverage notes

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  • Detailed performance metrics for partner assessment.
  • Specific selection criteria for Arts Partners.
  • Information on expected program outcomes.
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