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MassAbility

MRC HomeCare Assistants

Solicitation: BD-19-1071-AO-CON01-31976
Notice ID: ma_commbuys_87809e85ecd335d6db4d
DepartmentMassAbilityStateMAPostedDueJul 31, 2026, 12:00 PM UTCCloses in 68 daysBid range$316,256 - $374,822
Contract snapshot

Federal opportunity from MassAbility. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: Jul 31, 2026.

Source
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Solicitation
BD-19-1071-AO-CON01-31976
Performance
MA
Response
Jul 31, 2026, 12:00 PM UTC
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Place of performance
MA
Contracting office
Not listed

Point of Contact

Name
David Barach
Email
Not available
Phone
Not available

Agency & Office

Department
MassAbility
Agency
Not available
Subagency
Not available
Office
David Barach
Contracting Office Address
Not available

Applicable wage determinations

Best public WD match for the notice location and scope.

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Best fitDavis-Baconstate match
MA20260006 (Rev 2)
Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Barnstable, Berkshire, Bristol +11
7 occupation rates available in the full WD.
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3 more WD matches and 5 more rate previews.
Davis-BaconBest fitstate match
MA20260006 (Rev 2)
Open WD
Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Barnstable, Berkshire, Bristol +11
Rate
OF THE STRAIGHT TIME RATE, MULTIPLIED BY THE TOTAL HOURS WORKED
Base $30.86Fringe $14.15
Rate
OF THE STRAIGHT TIME RATE, MULTIPLIED BY THE TOTAL HOURS WORKED
Base $37.15Fringe $14.57
Rate
OF THE STRAIGHT TIME RATE, MULTIPLIED BY THE TOTAL HOURS WORKED
Base $38.38Fringe $14.66
+4 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match
MA20260025 (Rev 1)
Open WD
Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Worcester
Rate
CARPENTER (INCLUDES FORM WORK)
Base $50.10Fringe $31.45
Rate
ELECTRICIAN
Base $66.17Fringe $37.08
Rate
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
Base $57.18Fringe $33.70
+22 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match
MA20260009 (Rev 1)
Open WD
Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Dukes, Nantucket
Rate
BOILERMAKER
Base $50.62Fringe $28.82
Rate
TERRAZZO FINISHER
Base $63.44Fringe $37.33
Rate
MARBLE, TILE & TERRAZZO WORKERS
Base $64.52Fringe $37.51
+40 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match
MA20260001 (Rev 1)
Open WD
Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Barnstable, Bristol, Dukes +5
Rate
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
Rate
OOKLINE, CANTON, COHASSET, DEDHAM, DOVER, FOXBOROUGH, HOLBROOK, MEDFIELD, MEDWAY, MILLIS, MILTON, NEEDHAM, NORFOLK, NORWOOD, QUINCY, RANDOLPH, SHARON, STOUGHTON, WALPOLE, WELLESLEY, WESTWOOD, WEYMOUTH)
Base $55.45Fringe $36.63
Rate
URO, WELLFLEET AND YARMOUTH); BRISTOL (EASTON); ESSEX; MIDDLESEX; NORFOLK (AVON, BRAINTREE, BROOKLINE, CANTON, COHASSET, DEDHAM, DOVER, FOXBORO, HOLBROOK, HULL, MEDFIELD, MEDWAY, MILLIS, MILTON, NEEDHA
Base $55.45Fringe $36.63
+87 more occupation rates in this WD

Description

This solicitation is for independent (individual) care providers who are selected by MRC consumers, and not for organizations.

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

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.

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BidPulsar Analysis

A practical, capture-style breakdown of fit, requirements, risks, and next steps.

Updated: Feb 28, 2026
Client-ready brief
Executive summary
medium confidencegpt 4o mini

The MRC HomeCare Assistants solicitation targets independent care providers, specifically individuals selected by MRC consumers rather than organizations. This notice emphasizes the unique requirements related to home care services, allowing individual providers to directly engage with clients. The response deadline is set for July 31, 2026, indicating a long window for preparation and proposal submission.

MRCHomeCare AssistantsIndependent Care ProvidersHome Care ServicesConsumer-Directed Care
What the buyer is trying to do

The agency is seeking to contract independent care providers to assist MRC consumers with specific services in home care settings, focusing on personalized and individualized care.

Who should pursue this
  • Independent care providers specializing in home care
  • Certified personal care aides
  • Healthcare professionals with home care experience
Work breakdown
  • Identify eligible independent care providers
  • Submit proposals to MRC
  • Coordinate with MRC consumers
  • Deliver care services as per consumer needs
Response package checklist
  • Complete the proposal form provided in the attachments
  • Include personal qualifications and licenses
  • Detail service offerings and pricing structure
  • Provide references from previous clients
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
  • Must comply with relevant state and federal regulations for home care services
  • Independent providers need to meet safety and training standards
Pricing strategy
  • Consider competitive pricing based on market rates for individual home care services
  • Evaluate cost-effectiveness in proposed service delivery
Teaming and subs
  • Potential collaboration with local healthcare professionals
  • Establish networks with other independent care providers for referrals
Risks and watchouts
  • Non-compliance with state regulations could lead to disqualification
  • Underestimating the level of required care could impact service delivery
  • Inadequate personal qualifications may result in negative consumer feedback
Smart questions to ask
  • What specific qualifications are preferred for independent care providers?
  • Are there additional compliance requirements beyond standard home care regulations?
  • How does the selection process for care providers work with MRC consumers?
Source coverage notes

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  • Clear scope of services required
  • Potential geographical areas for service delivery
  • Specific qualifications desired for providers
  • Details on the selection process for care providers
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