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DOER RFQ-ENE-2026-021 MA RPS Solar Credit Clearinghouse Auction Request for Operation Service(PRF74)

Solicitation: BD-26-1041-ENE01-ENE01-126298
Notice ID: ma_commbuys_4939f68179ae8b615d88
Source codes77, 10, 00Set-AsideSBPP Eligible: YESDepartmentDepartment of EnergyStateMAPostedMar 09, 2026, 01:00 PM UTCDueApr 06, 2026, 05:00 PM UTCExpiredBid range$316,256 - $374,822
Contract snapshot

Federal opportunity from ENE01 - Department of Energy Resources • Department of Energy Resources. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: Apr 06, 2026. Industry: Source industry codes 77, 10, 00.

Source
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Solicitation
BD-26-1041-ENE01-ENE01-126298
Performance
th Floor Boston, MA 02114
Response
Apr 06, 2026, 05:00 PM UTC
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Place of performance
th Floor Boston, MA 02114
State: MA
Contracting office
Ted Dobbin 100 Cambridge Street, 9th Floor Boston, MA 02114 US

Point of Contact

Name
Lesley.Maddalena
Email
Lesley.Maddalena@mass.gov
Phone
Not available

Agency & Office

Department
Department of Energy Resources
Agency
ENE01 - Department of Energy Resources
Subagency
ENE01 - Department of Energy Resources
Office
ENE01 - Department of Energy Resources HQ
Contracting Office Address
Ted Dobbin 100 Cambridge Street, 9th Floor Boston, MA 02114 US

Applicable wage determinations

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Best fitDavis-Baconstate match
MA20260001 (Rev 1)
Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Barnstable, Bristol, Dukes +5
90 occupation rates available in the full WD.
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MA20260001 (Rev 1)
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Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Barnstable, Bristol, Dukes +5
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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
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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
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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
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MA20260014 (Rev 1)
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Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Dukes, Nantucket
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CARPENTER
Base $43.33Fringe $27.82
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s POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: (4) ROLLER A. PAID HOLIDAYS: NEW YEAR'S DAY, WASHINGTON'S BIRTHDAY, MEMORIAL DAY, INDEPENDENCE DAY, LABOR DAY, COLUMBUS DAY, VETERANS DAY, THANKSGIVING DAY AND CHRISTMAS DAY
Base $39.12Fringe $31.04
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POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: (1) LOADER A. PAID HOLIDAYS: NEW YEAR'S DAY, WASHINGTON'S BIRTHDAY, MEMORIAL DAY, INDEPENDENCE DAY, LABOR DAY, COLUMBUS DAY, VETERANS DAY, THANKSGIVING DAY AND CHRISTMAS DAY
Base $42.88Fringe $31.04
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MA20260009 (Rev 1)
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Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Dukes, Nantucket
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BOILERMAKER
Base $50.62Fringe $28.82
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TERRAZZO FINISHER
Base $63.44Fringe $37.33
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MARBLE, TILE & TERRAZZO WORKERS
Base $64.52Fringe $37.51
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MA20260024 (Rev 1)
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Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Suffolk
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ELECTRICIAN (INCLUDES TRAFFIC SIGNALIZATION)
Base $66.17Fringe $37.08
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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
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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 $57.83Fringe $33.70
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Description

The DOER is seeking a Contractor to help administer the Renewable Energy Portfolio. Standard (RPS), 225 CMR 14.00 Solar Credit Clearinghouse Auction Account, pursuant to the enactment of Chapter 227 of the Acts of 2018 as well as any and all corresponding guidelines.

Advisory bid range

Pricing and bid posture

high 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: Mar 16, 2026
Client-ready brief
Executive summary
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The Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources (DOER) is releasing a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the RPS Solar Credit Clearinghouse Auction Operations Service. This opportunity is specifically targeting Small Business Participation Program (SBPP) eligible contractors. Proposals are due by April 6, 2026, and interested bidders can find the detailed solicitation document linked in the notice.

Renewable Energy Portfolio StandardSolar Credit ClearinghouseMassachusetts energy regulationsSBPPAuction operationssource codes 77, 10, 00
What the buyer is trying to do

The DOER aims to engage a contractor to administer the Renewable Energy Portfolio Standard (RPS), including the management of the Solar Credit Clearinghouse Auction Account as mandated by recent legislation.

Who should pursue this
  • Small businesses eligible under the SBPP.
  • Firms with experience in managing renewable energy portfolios and auctions.
  • Contractors with knowledge of Massachusetts energy regulations.
Work breakdown
  • Understand and manage the RPS mechanisms as set forth by 225 CMR 14.00.
  • Administer the Solar Credit Clearinghouse Auction per Chapter 227 of the Acts of 2018.
  • Monitor compliance with applicable guidelines and report results to the DOER.
Response package checklist
  • Complete proposal form as per the RFQ.
  • Include a company profile highlighting relevant past experience.
  • Provide a financial proposal including rates for service.
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
  • Proposals must comply with SBPP requirements.
  • Contractors must adhere to the legislative guidelines outlined in Chapter 227.
Pricing strategy
  • Consider a competitive pricing model to remain attractive to the DOER.
  • Detail any cost efficiencies achievable through operational methodologies.
Teaming and subs
  • Partner with local environmental consultancy firms to enhance proposal strength.
  • Engage with subcontractors who have previous experience with DOER contracts.
  • Consider teaming with IT service providers for auction technology support.
Risks and watchouts
  • Potential changes in legislation affecting RPS rules.
  • Challenges in meeting compliance requirements regarding auction management.
  • Limited understanding of local regulatory environment could pose risks.
Smart questions to ask
  • What specific operational outcomes does the DOER prioritize for the contract?
  • Are there anticipated changes in guidelines following the current legislation?
  • What performance metrics will be used to evaluate the contractor's effectiveness?
Source coverage notes

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

  • Detailed scope of work is not provided.
  • Specific performance metrics are unknown.
  • Lack of budget range for the contract.
  • No information on prior contractors or performance history.
  • Uncertainty regarding required reporting frequency to the DOER.
  • No details on evaluation criteria for proposals.
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