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This Solicitation opportunity from Massachusetts was posted on September 26, 2025. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

FY26 MDAR Departmental RFR- Online Exam Administration

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BD-26-1002-1003-001-121117State & Local

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The Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR) has issued a solicitation for online exam administration services for fiscal year 2026, with the goal of efficiently managing approximately 2,500 exams annually, including pesticide licensing and Spotted Lanternfly training. The contract, valued between 500,000 and 1.5 million dollars, aims to secure a vendor capable of delivering secure, proctored online exams utilizing facial recognition, AI monitoring, and other security measures to ensure exam integrity. The procurement process emphasizes transparency and compliance, with detailed instructions provided for vendors on how to submit responses through the COMMBUYS platform, including registration, bid submission, and adherence to Commonwealth contracting standards. The selection criteria prioritize overall response quality, vendor capacity, experience, and cost-effectiveness, with an emphasis on providing a secure and seamless testing experience. The contract will be governed by the Massachusetts Standard Contract Form updated in December 2024, ensuring adherence to state procurement policies. Vendors are also required to submit supporting documentation such as the Prompt Pay Discount Form and demonstrate their ability to meet the specified security, reporting, and service delivery requirements. The procurement process is managed by Robert Monahan, who can be contacted via email or phone for further inquiries. The contract aims to enhance the state's testing infrastructure by partnering with a qualified vendor capable of delivering reliable, secure online exam services tailored to MDAR’s specific needs.

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Place of Performance

Floor Boston, MA, 02114-2151, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

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AGR-OnlineExams-FY26 (BD-26-1002-1003-001-121117)

PDF, High priority: read this firstrfp
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Evaluation Criteria - AGR-OnlineExams-FY26

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Attachment A - Prompt Pay Discount Form

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BD-26-1002-1003-001-121117 COMMBUYS Submission Instructions

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COMMBUYS New Vendor Registration Job Aid

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Commonwealth of Massachusetts Standard Contract Form - Dept of Agricultural Resources

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OSD Instructions for Vendors Responding to Bids

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AgencyMassachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources
Contacts1 person available
OfficeFloor Boston, MA, 02114-2151, USA
Office AddressFloor Boston, MA, 02114-2151, USA
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FY26 MDAR Departmental RFR- Online Exam Administration

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