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Massachusetts Technology Collaborative

Applied AI Models Innovation Challenge NOFO 2026-JAII-05

Solicitation: Not available
Notice ID: ma_commbuys_58f47d2f87bad10e0e91

Federal opportunity from 1367CONVD - Massachusetts Technology Collaborative • Massachusetts Technology Collaborative. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: Feb 27, 2026. Industry: NAICS 00.

Market snapshot

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

12-month awarded value
$7,094,851,529
Sector total $7,094,851,529 • Share 100.0%
Live
Median
$229,838
P10–P90
$30,957$1,277,308
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%($7,094,851,529)
Deal sizing
$229,838 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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Place of performance
Legal Department 75 North Drive Westborough, MA 01581 US Email: proposals@masstech.org Phone: (508) 870-0312 FAX: (508) 898-9226 Website: http://www.masstech.org
State: MA
Contracting office
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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
MA20260017 (Rev 0)
Match signal: state matchOpen WD
Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Bristol
Rate
ELECTRICIAN (Includes Traffic Signalization)
Base $66.17Fringe $37.08
Rate
POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR GROUP 1
Base $57.83Fringe $33.70
+23 more occupation rates available in the full WD.
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3 more WD matches and 23 more rate previews.
Davis-BaconBest fitstate match
MA20260017 (Rev 0)
Open WD
Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Bristol
Rate
ELECTRICIAN (Includes Traffic Signalization)
Base $66.17Fringe $37.08
Rate
POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR GROUP 1
Base $57.83Fringe $33.70
Rate
GROUP 2
Base $57.18Fringe $33.70
+22 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match
MA20260019 (Rev 0)
Open WD
Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Hampden
Rate
POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR Group 1
Base $57.83Fringe $33.70
Rate
Group 2
Base $57.18Fringe $33.70
Rate
POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR Group 1
Base $42.88Fringe $31.04
+21 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match
MA20260013 (Rev 0)
Open WD
Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Worcester
Rate
ASBESTOS WORKER/HEAT & FROST INSULATOR (Duct, Pipe, & Mechanical System Insulation)
Base $49.10Fringe $36.63
Rate
TILE FINISHER
Base $49.32Fringe $35.26
Rate
TILE SETTER
Base $64.52Fringe $37.51
+14 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate 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

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Agency & Office

Department
Massachusetts Technology Collaborative
Agency
1367CONVD - Massachusetts Technology Collaborative
Subagency
1367CONVD - Massachusetts Technology Collaborative
Office
Legal Department
Contracting Office Address
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Description

The MA AI Hub, a division of the MA technology Collaborative, is issuing this NOFO to solicit responses from qualified firms interested in receiving grant funding for translational funding and contribute to the Data Commons Collaborative. These awards will fund AI model development projects that address critical societal and industry challenges across key sectors of the MA innovation economy.

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BidPulsar Analysis

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

Updated: Feb 16, 2026
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Executive summary
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The Massachusetts Technology Collaborative is seeking applications for the Applied AI Models Innovation Challenge, with a response deadline on February 27, 2026. This initiative will provide grant funding for AI model development projects that tackle significant societal and industry challenges within the MA innovation economy. Qualified firms are encouraged to participate in this opportunity to contribute to the Data Commons Collaborative.

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What the buyer is trying to do

The MA AI Hub aims to identify and fund projects that develop AI models addressing critical issues in various sectors of the Massachusetts innovation economy.

Who should pursue this
  • Companies specializing in AI model development
  • Organizations focused on societal and industry challenges
Work breakdown
  • Identify qualified firms for grant funding
  • Develop AI models addressing societal and industry challenges
  • Contribute to the Data Commons Collaborative
Response package checklist
  • Detailed project proposal
  • Budget outline for proposed AI models
  • Timeline for project development
  • Compliance with Data Commons Collaborative requirements
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
  • Ensure alignment with MA Technology Collaborative guidelines
  • Adherence to funding restrictions and grant application procedures
Pricing strategy
  • Competitive pricing for grant funding
  • Clear justification for project budget
Teaming and subs
  • Partner with data analytics companies
  • Engage academic institutions for research collaboration
Risks and watchouts
  • Potential for high competition among qualified firms
  • Challenges in meeting project deadlines and deliverables
Smart questions to ask
  • What are the key metrics for success in funded projects?
  • Are there specific sectors prioritized for funding?
Source coverage notes

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

  • Specific funding amounts available for projects
  • Criteria for project evaluation and selection
  • Details on the Data Commons Collaborative's objectives
  • Affiliated organizations or partners within the MA AI Hub
  • Additional compliance requirements related to funding projects.

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How do I use the Market Snapshot?

It summarizes awarded-contract behavior for the opportunity’s NAICS and sector, including a recent pricing band (P10–P90), momentum, and composition. Use it as context, not a guarantee.

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What do P10 and P90 mean?

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