Description
The Commonwealth of Massachusetts, through its Department of Conservation and Recreation, issued a statewide, open‑market solicitation (BD‑24‑1020‑DCRCU‑DC250‑98312) to procure youth‑programming services for the DCR 937 program. After a competitive process, the award was made in June 2026 to a large pool of community‑based organizations (approximately 150) that each met a minimum evaluation score of 30. The contract is a multiple‑award “best‑value” agreement that allows each vendor to deliver non‑overnight recreational and educational activities for youth ages 10‑21 across numerous Massachusetts cities. Payments will be made via electronic funds transfer on a 45‑day cycle, with optional prompt‑pay discounts. The procurement is Small Business Purchasing Program (SBPP) eligible, and vendors were required to submit business references and an environmental‑preference form.
• Scope: Provide after‑school and summer‑evening recreational/educational programming for youth of all abilities throughout Massachusetts.
• Procurement method: Open market, full and open competition; SBPP eligible; multiple‑award contract.
• Payment terms: 45‑day EFT standard, optional prompt‑pay discounts (10‑30 day windows).
• Award: Approximately 150 vendors received award; no single‑vendor value disclosed.
• Key dates: Required date 02/19/2024, bid opening 05/30/2029, final award notice June 2026, latest amendment 06/29/2026.