Best fitDavis-Baconstate match
MA20260001 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Barnstable, Bristol, Dukes +5
90 occupation rates available in the full WD.
EOLWD/DAS Grants - GROW for Early Childhood Education (GROW ECE) Round 2
Solicitation: BD-26-1043-DAO01-32500-125293
Notice ID: ma_commbuys_4d4356fe433b14a97134
Source codes • 80, 10, 00, 86, 13, 20Set-Aside • SBPP Eligible: YESDepartment • Executive Office of Labor and Workforce DevelopmentAgency • DAO01 - Department of Administrative OfficesState • MAPosted • Feb 13, 2026, 11:53 AM UTCDue • Mar 20, 2026, 02:00 PM UTC• ExpiredBid range • $316,256 - $374,822
Contract snapshot
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: Source industry codes 80, 10, 00, 86, 13, 20.
- Source
- Open on official portal →
- Solicitation
- BD-26-1043-DAO01-32500-125293
- Performance
- th Floor Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Dev Boston, MA 02114
- Response
- Mar 20, 2026, 02:00 PM UTC
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Place of performance
th Floor Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Dev Boston, MA 02114
State: MA
Contracting office
Tom Guerard 100 Cambridge St 5th Floor Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Dev Boston, MA 02114 US
Point of Contact
Name
Carol McQuilken
Email
Not available
Phone
Not available
Agency & Office
Department
Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development
Agency
DAO01 - Department of Administrative Offices
Subagency
DAO01 - Department of Administrative Offices
Office
32500 - Procurement and Contracts Office
Contracting Office Address
Tom Guerard 100 Cambridge St 5th Floor Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Dev Boston, MA 02114 US
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MA20260001 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Barnstable, Bristol, Dukes +5
Rate
Base $55.45Fringe $36.63
Rate
Base $55.45Fringe $36.63
Rate
Base $55.45Fringe $36.63
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MA20260014 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Dukes, Nantucket
Rate
Base $43.33Fringe $27.82
Rate
Base $39.12Fringe $31.04
Rate
Base $42.88Fringe $31.04
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MA20260009 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Dukes, Nantucket
Rate
Base $50.62Fringe $28.82
Rate
Base $63.44Fringe $37.33
Rate
Base $64.52Fringe $37.51
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MA20260024 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Suffolk
Rate
Base $66.17Fringe $37.08
Rate
Base $57.18Fringe $33.70
Rate
Base $57.83Fringe $33.70
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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
Advisory bid range
Pricing and bid posture
$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.
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
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
Use as a pricing centerline.
Live signal is computed from awarded notices already observed in the system.
Signals shown are descriptive of observed awards; not a forecast.
Files
Files size/type shown when available.
SAEF GROW ECE RFR Round 2_2.13.26.pdf
PDF
ECE RTI-OJT Guidance Document_Jan 2026.pdf
PDF
Copy of DAS RAP Skillset Assessment Matrix TEMPLATE 2.13.26 Update.xlsx
XLSX
Copy of ECE RAP RTI-OJT Components Worksheet 2.13.26.xlsx
XLSX
Copy of GROW ECE Budget Worksheet Template.xlsx
XLSX
form_commonwealth-terms-and-conditions~10.pdf
PDF
form_standard-contract~8.pdf
PDF
instructions_standard-contract-form~4.pdf
PDF
FY24 Fillable MA W9_v1.pdf
PDF
form_CASL-for-corporations~1.pdf
PDF
FY24 Fillable EFT Form_v1~3.pdf
PDF
MA GROW ECE Round 2_QA Document.pdf
PDF
Final_MA DAS RFR Round 2 Pre-Bid Conference Slides_GROW ECE_03_02_2026.pptx.pdf
PDF
BidPulsar Analysis
A practical, capture-style breakdown of fit, requirements, risks, and next steps.
Updated: Feb 17, 2026
Client-ready brief
Executive summary
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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.
Registered apprenticeshipEarly Childhood EducationWorkforce developmentMassachusetts grantSBPP eligiblesource codes 80, 10, 00, 86, 13, 20
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.
Who should pursue this
- Organizations with expertise in workforce development for Early Childhood Education.
- Non-profits focused on education and training programs.
- Local educational institutions advocating for Early Childhood Education.
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.
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
- Must comply with state guidelines for educational grants.
- Eligibility criteria defined by SBPP set-aside.
Pricing strategy
- Consider a budget that reflects comprehensive costs of program implementation.
- Include potential funding sources or matching grants.
Teaming and subs
- Collaborate with local educational institutions for program authenticity.
- Consider partnering with non-profits experienced in apprenticeship programs.
Risks and watchouts
- Potential changes in state funding priorities affecting grant availability.
- Risks associated with meeting diverse stakeholder expectations.
Smart questions to ask
- What specific metrics will be used to evaluate program success?
- Are there any anticipated changes to the policy framework affecting this grant?
Source coverage notes
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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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