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Department of Agricultural Resources

MDAR GRANT FY26- Farm Readiness Grant Program

Solicitation: BD-26-1002-1003-001-125709
Notice ID: ma_commbuys_a609a159d05cf3088449
Contract snapshot

Federal opportunity from 1003 - MDAR Admininstration • Department of Agricultural Resources. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: Mar 17, 2026. Industry: Source industry codes 00.

Source
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Solicitation
BD-26-1002-1003-001-125709
Performance
th Floor Boston, MA 02114-2151
Response
Mar 17, 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
laura.maul
Email
laura.maul@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
+23 more occupation rates in this WD

Description

MDAR GRANT FY26- Farm Readiness Grant Program.

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

The MDAR Grant FY26 - Farm Readiness Grant Program aims to support small businesses in agricultural readiness. The response deadline is set for March 17, 2026, providing a significant window for proposal preparation. This program is particularly relevant for businesses eligible under the Small Business Procurement Program (SBPP).

Farm Readiness GrantAgricultural fundingMDAR Grant FY26Small Business ProcurementSBPP eligibilitysource codes 00
What the buyer is trying to do

The buyer is looking to establish a grant program that enhances farm readiness, likely targeting small agricultural businesses seeking funding to improve their operational efficiency.

Who should pursue this
  • Small businesses in the agricultural sector.
  • Organizations with expertise in grant management.
  • Consultants providing support for agricultural improvements.
Work breakdown
  • Review of grant requirements and application process.
  • Development of project proposal addressing farm readiness.
  • Budget preparation and financial planning.
  • Submission of completed application by the response deadline.
Response package checklist
  • Completed application form available on the buyer's website.
  • Detailed project proposal including objectives and expected outcomes.
  • Budget and financial statements.
  • Supporting documentation demonstrating eligibility.
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
  • Ensure adherence to SBPP eligibility requirements.
  • Follow grant submission guidelines as outlined in the attached document.
Pricing strategy
  • Outline clear and justifiable costs associated with the project.
  • Consider potential matching funds if required.
Teaming and subs
  • Consider teaming with agricultural consultants for enhanced proposal strength.
  • Identify subcontractors who can provide specialized skills or resources.
Risks and watchouts
  • Failure to meet the response deadline could eliminate eligibility.
  • Non-compliance with grant requirements may lead to rejection.
Smart questions to ask
  • What specific outcomes does MDAR prioritize for the Farm Readiness Grant?
  • Are there any preferences for certain agricultural sectors or practices?
Source coverage notes

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  • Specific eligibility criteria beyond SBPP.
  • Details on grant amount or funding limits.
  • Clarification on reporting requirements post-award.
  • Information on evaluation criteria for proposal selection.
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