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Department of Agricultural Resources

MDAR GRANT FY27- APR Improvement Program (AIP)

Solicitation: BD-26-1002-1003-001-125770
Notice ID: ma_commbuys_5b5e37179d9fef2a3dfe
Contract snapshot

Federal opportunity from 1003 - MDAR Admininstration • Department of Agricultural Resources. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: Apr 14, 2026. Industry: Source industry codes 00.

Source
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Solicitation
BD-26-1002-1003-001-125770
Performance
th Floor Boston, MA 02114-2151
Response
Apr 14, 2026, 04:00 PM UTC
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Place of performance
th Floor Boston, MA 02114-2151
State: MA
Contracting office
Robert Monahan 100 Cambridge Street 9th Floor Boston, MA 02114-2151 US

Point of Contact

Name
jessica.camp2
Email
jessica.camp2@mass.gov
Phone
Not available

Agency & Office

Department
Department of Agricultural Resources
Agency
1003 - MDAR Admininstration
Subagency
1003 - MDAR Admininstration
Office
001 - Administration
Contracting Office Address
Robert Monahan 100 Cambridge Street 9th Floor Boston, MA 02114-2151 US

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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

MDAR GRANT FY27- APR Improvement Program (AIP)

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: Mar 21, 2026
Client-ready brief
Executive summary
medium confidencegpt 4o mini

The MDAR GRANT FY27 - APR Improvement Program (AIP) presents a significant opportunity for small businesses as it is set aside for SBPP eligibility. The response deadline for proposals is April 14, 2026, indicating a substantial window for preparation and tailored responses. Interested bidders should review the provided attachments for detailed requirements and guidelines.

MDARgrantAPR Improvement Programsmall businessagricultural practicessource codes 00
What the buyer is trying to do

The buyer, MDAR Administration, is looking to implement the APR Improvement Program as part of their FY27 grant initiative, focusing on improvements related to agricultural practices.

Who should pursue this
  • Small businesses with experience in agricultural programs
  • Firms with a history of managing grant-funded projects
  • Organizations that can demonstrate expertise in agricultural improvement initiatives
Work breakdown
  • Review provided attachments for specific requirements
  • Develop a proposal outline based on AIP objectives
  • Outline a project timeline aligned with the 2026 deadline
  • Identify key team members and resources for the project
  • Prepare a budget and pricing strategy in accordance with program goals
Response package checklist
  • Completed proposal form
  • Detailed narrative of approach to AIP
  • Budget breakdown
  • Key personnel resumes
  • Eligibility documentation for SBPP
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
  • Ensure all proposal documents meet SBPP guidelines
  • Verify that all budget elements follow federal and state guidelines
Pricing strategy
  • Competitive pricing aligned with budget constraints
  • Consider value-added services to enhance proposal appeal
Teaming and subs
  • Form partnerships with agricultural experts
  • Subcontract with firms experienced in grant applications
Risks and watchouts
  • Changes in program requirements as the proposal deadline approaches
  • Potential competition from other qualified bidders
  • Misinterpretation of grant objectives
Smart questions to ask
  • What specific outcomes does MDAR expect from the AIP?
  • Are there preferred methodologies or practices for conducting the improvements?
  • What metrics will be used to evaluate the success of the program?
Source coverage notes

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

  • Specific deliverables expected from the grant
  • Defined performance metrics for AIP improvement
  • Geographic scope of the program
  • Details on the evaluation criteria for proposals
  • Information on past AIP outcomes or case studies
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