How to bid on office space for the Department of Children and Families

What the agency is buying

The Massachusetts Department of Children and Families needs approximately 23,600 square feet of client/customer service office space. The lease term will be for 10 years. The Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance is managing this solicitation.

They are looking for space between 21,500 and 25,500 square feet in specific Massachusetts towns: Auburn, Berlin, Bolton, Boylston, Clinton, Grafton, Harvard, Lancaster, Millbury, Shrewsbury, Sterling, West Boylston, or Worcester.

Key dates and deadlines

This solicitation was published on September 08, 2026. The deadline for submitting your quote is September 09, 2027, at 2:00 PM ET. All quotes must be submitted by this time.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for property owners or real estate firms with available office space in the specified Massachusetts towns. The space must be appropriate for client/customer service use and meet the size requirements of 21,500 to 25,500 square feet. This falls under the professional services category for real estate leasing.

How to respond

To access the full documents and quoting instructions, you need to go to COMMBUYS, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts procurement portal. You can view the bid and download documents without an account.

To submit an electronic quote, you will need to register for a free COMMBUYS vendor account. If you do not wish to quote electronically, follow the submission directions provided within the bid documents.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Carefully review the full solicitation documents on COMMBUYS to understand all requirements, including any specific build-out or accessibility standards for client/customer service offices. Ensure your proposed space is within the acceptable square footage range and located in one of the specified towns.

Clearly outline how your property meets the agency's needs for a 10-year term. Pay close attention to any details regarding lease terms, maintenance responsibilities, and utility costs. A well-organized and complete submission that directly addresses all requested information will be more competitive.