EOLWD/DAS Grants - GROW for Early Childhood Education (GROW ECE) Round 2

Solicitation: Not available

Notice ID: ma_commbuys_4d4356fe433b14a97134

NAICS • UNSPSC 80-10-00, 86-13-20, 86-10-00, 00-00-00Set-Aside • SBPP Eligible: YES Department • Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development Agency • DAO01 - Department of Administrative Offices State • MAPosted • —Due • Mar 20, 2026, 02:00 PM UTC• Closes in 26 days

Federal opportunity from DAO01 - Department of Administrative Offices • Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: Mar 20, 2026. Industry: NAICS UNSPSC 80-10-00, 86-13-20, 86-10-00, 00-00-00.

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12-month awarded value

$546,655,675

Sector total $546,655,675 • Share 100.0%

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$97,181

P10–P90

$33,967–$992,402

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Volatile200%

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+100%($546,655,675)

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$97,181 median

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Place of performance

Tom Guerard 100 Cambridge St 5th Floor Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Dev Boston, MA 02114 US Email: tom.guerard@mass.gov Phone: (617) 626-6766

State: MA

Contracting office

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Point of Contact

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Department

Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development

Agency

DAO01 - Department of Administrative Offices

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DAO01 - Department of Administrative Offices

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Carol McQuilken

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EOLWD/DAS Grants for Registered Apprenticeship Opportunities in the Workforce (GROW)

Description

This procurement targets several specific objectives related to expanding registered apprenticeship programs for Early Childhood Educators and related occupations in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts

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Updated: Feb 17, 2026

Executive summary

The GROW for Early Childhood Education (GROW ECE) Round 2 grant through the Massachusetts Department of Administrative Offices aims to enhance registered apprenticeship programs for Early Childhood Educators. This is a key opportunity for organizations that specialize in workforce development within this sector. The response deadline is set for March 20, 2026, allowing ample time for preparation and collaboration among eligible bidders.

What the buyer is trying to do

The buyer seeks to expand registered apprenticeship programs specifically for Early Childhood Educators and related occupations in Massachusetts, enhancing workforce capabilities.

Work breakdown

Review grant objectives related to registered apprenticeship programs.
Develop a proposal that addresses the needs of Early Childhood Educators.
Outline a plan for program implementation and evaluation.

Response package checklist

Cover letter outlining interest and capability.
Detailed project plan and methodology.
Organizational background and relevant experience.

Suggested keywords

Registered apprenticeshipEarly Childhood EducationWorkforce developmentMassachusetts grantSBPP eligible

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Specific performance periods for grant deliverables are not provided.
Detailed funding amounts or budget limits are unspecified.
Information on evaluation criteria for proposals is lacking.

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