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Franklin County Technical School

MA Buying Group 26/27 Grocery Products Bid

Solicitation: Not available
Notice ID: ma_commbuys_6cdb970a90eeb7e984da
NAICS • 50, 19, 00Department • Franklin County Technical SchoolAgency • FCTS1 - FCTS AdministrationState • MAPosted • —Due • May 05, 2026, 10:00 AM UTC• Closes in 26 days

Federal opportunity from FCTS1 - FCTS Administration • Franklin County Technical School. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: May 05, 2026. Industry: NAICS 50, 19, 00.

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Market snapshot

Baseline awarded-market signal across all contracting (sample of 400 recent awards; refreshed periodically).

Market trends →Awards →
12-month awarded value
$7,205,695,420
Sector total $7,205,695,420 • Share 100.0%
Live
Median
$96,720
P10–P90
$28,298–$2,037,759
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%($7,205,695,420)
Deal sizing
$96,720 median
Use as a pricing centerline.
Live signal is computed from awarded notices already observed in the system.
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Place of performance
Elizabeth Bouchard 82 Industrial Boulevard Turner Falls, MA 01376 US Email: ebouchard@fcts.us Phone: (413) 863-9561 Ext. 117 FAX: (413) 863-2816
State: MA
Contracting office
Not listed

Applicable Wage Determinations

SAM WDOL references matched to this opportunity's location and scope language.

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Best fit for this contractDavis-Bacon
MA20260010 (Rev 0)
Match signal: state match • county matchOpen WD
Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Berkshire, Franklin, Hampden +1
Rate
BOILERMAKER
Base $50.62Fringe $28.82
Rate
BRICKLAYER BRICKLAYERS; CEMENT MASONS; PLASTERERS; STONE MASONS; MARBLE, TILE & TERRAZZO WORKERS
Base $50.81Fringe $32.27
+64 more occupation rates available in the full WD.
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3 more WD matches and 64 more rate previews.
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Davis-BaconBest fitstate match • county match
MA20260010 (Rev 0)
Open WD
Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Berkshire, Franklin, Hampden +1
Rate
BOILERMAKER
Base $50.62Fringe $28.82
Rate
BRICKLAYER BRICKLAYERS; CEMENT MASONS; PLASTERERS; STONE MASONS; MARBLE, TILE & TERRAZZO WORKERS
Base $50.81Fringe $32.27
Rate
DIVER TENDER
Base $61.70Fringe $35.47
+63 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match • county match
MA20260003 (Rev 0)
Open WD
Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Berkshire, Franklin, Hampden +1
Rate
Insulator/asbestos worker (Includes the application of all insulating materials, protective coverings, coatings and finishes to all types of mechanical systems)
Base $44.36Fringe $36.63
Rate
BOILERMAKER
Base $50.62Fringe $28.82
Rate
BRICKLAYER BRICKLAYERS; CEMENT MASONS; PLASTERERS; STONE MASONS; MARBLE, TILE & TERRAZZO WORKERS
Base $50.81Fringe $32.27
+60 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match • county match
MA20260011 (Rev 0)
Open WD
Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Franklin
Rate
Insulator/asbestos worker (Includes the application of all insulating materials, protective coverings, coatings and finishes to all types of mechanical systems.)
Base $44.36Fringe $36.63
Rate
BOILERMAKER
Base $50.62Fringe $28.82
Rate
BRICKLAYER BRICKLAYERS; CEMENT MASONS; PLASTERERS; STONE MASONS; MARBLE, TILE & TERRAZZO WORKERS
Base $50.81Fringe $32.27
+54 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match • county match
MA20260007 (Rev 0)
Open WD
Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Franklin
Rate
CARPENTER
Base $43.33Fringe $27.82
Rate
Power equipment operators: (1) Backhoe/Excavator/Trackhoe
Base $42.88Fringe $31.04
Rate
A (1) Loader
Base $42.88Fringe $31.04
+8 more occupation rates in this WD

Point of Contact

Not available

Agency & Office

Department
Franklin County Technical School
Agency
FCTS1 - FCTS Administration
Subagency
FCTS1 - FCTS Administration
Office
Elizabeth Bouchard
Contracting Office Address
Not available

Description

Franklin County Technical School invites Grocery bids on behalf of the Massachusetts School Buying Group member school districts. IFB documents will be online at http://massbuyinggroup.com

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BidPulsar Analysis

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Updated: Mar 14, 2026
Client-ready brief
Executive summary
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The Franklin County Technical School is seeking bids for grocery products for the 2026-2027 academic year, representing multiple member school districts in the Massachusetts School Buying Group. The response deadline for submissions is set for May 5, 2026. Interested vendors can find the IFB documents online at the provided Massachusetts buying group website.

grocery products bidschool food supplyMassachusetts Buying Groupcontract procurementinstitutional food service
What the buyer is trying to do

The buyer aims to procure grocery products to fulfill the needs of various school districts within the Massachusetts School Buying Group for the upcoming academic year.

Who should pursue this
  • Companies specializing in grocery supply and distribution
  • Vendors with experience in school food service contracts
  • Businesses with the capacity to supply multiple districts simultaneously
Work breakdown
  • Review IFB documents thoroughly
  • Identify and source required grocery products
  • Prepare and submit bid by the deadline
  • Ensure compliance with any specific procurement regulations
Response package checklist
  • Completed bid form as per IFB requirements
  • Product specifications and pricing information
  • References from similar contracts or clients
  • Proof of capacity to deliver products on time
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
  • Ensure compliance with Massachusetts school food service regulations
  • Adhere to any specific health and safety standards outlined in the IFB
Pricing strategy
  • Competitive pricing is crucial due to multiple participating districts
  • Consider bulk purchasing discounts to enhance bid attractiveness
Teaming and subs
  • Potential partnerships with local distributors to meet delivery requirements
  • Consider teaming with other vendors to offer a broader product range
Risks and watchouts
  • Supply chain disruptions could impact product availability
  • Competition from other established vendors in the area
  • Changes in school district needs or budgets affecting the final scope
Smart questions to ask
  • What are the specific grocery product needs of each participating school district?
  • Are there preferences for local or organic products?
  • What are the volume expectations for different product categories?
Source coverage notes

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

  • Details on specific grocery products required
  • Information on the number of participating school districts
  • Clarification on any specific delivery requirements or schedules
  • Potential budget constraints from the school districts
  • Criteria for bid evaluation and scoring
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