Best fitDavis-Baconstate match
MA20260007 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Franklin
11 occupation rates available in the full WD.
Newtowne Court 2026 Full Gut Renovation- Two Residential Units (3BR and 2BR) RE-BID
Solicitation: BD-26-1134-CHA01-CHA01-130145
Notice ID: ma_commbuys_828171d4bb03acc508c2
Department • Cambridge Housing AuthorityState • MAPosted • —Due • Jun 18, 2026, 02:00 PM UTC• Closes in 9 daysBid range • $432,739 - $512,876
Contract snapshot
Federal opportunity from Cambridge Housing Authority. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: Jun 18, 2026.
- Source
- Open on official portal →
- Solicitation
- BD-26-1134-CHA01-CHA01-130145
- Performance
- MA
- Response
- Jun 18, 2026, 02:00 PM UTC
Live POP
Place of performance
MA
Contracting office
Not listed
Point of Contact
Name
Kristen Donnelly
Email
Not available
Phone
Not available
Agency & Office
Department
Cambridge Housing Authority
Agency
Not available
Subagency
Not available
Office
Kristen Donnelly
Contracting Office Address
Not available
Applicable wage determinations
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Davis-BaconBest fitstate match
MA20260007 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Franklin
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Base $43.33Fringe $27.82
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Base $46.38Fringe $31.04
Rate
Base $39.12Fringe $31.04
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MA20260021 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Middlesex
Rate
Base $66.17Fringe $37.08
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Base $57.18Fringe $33.70
Rate
Base $57.83Fringe $33.70
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MA20260019 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Hampden
Rate
Base $57.83Fringe $33.70
Rate
Base $57.18Fringe $33.70
Rate
Base $39.12Fringe $31.04
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MA20260008 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Barnstable, Bristol, Dukes +6
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Base $50.62Fringe $28.82
Rate
Base $60.35Fringe $34.40
Rate
Base $58.21Fringe $33.71
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Description
Newtowne Court 2026 Full Gut Renovation- Two Residential Units (3BR and 2BR) RE-BID
Advisory bid range
Pricing and bid posture
$432,739 - $512,876
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.
Floor
$432,739
Target
$457,925
Premium
$512,876
Labor
$132,040
Direct
$157,000
Burden
$104,117
Fee + reserve
$53,969
Target $457,925Hybrid 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
$2,061,791,448
Sector total $2,061,791,448 • Share 100.0%
Live
Median
$205,632
P10–P90
$30,120–$4,158,774
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%($2,061,791,448)
Deal sizing
$205,632 median
Use as a pricing centerline.
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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: Jun 08, 2026
Client-ready brief
Executive summary
medium confidencegpt 4o mini
The Cambridge Housing Authority is seeking bids for the full gut renovation of two residential units (a 3-bedroom and a 2-bedroom) at Newtowne Court, with a response deadline of June 18, 2026. This opportunity is a re-bid, indicating previous unsuccessful attempts, which may affect both competition and pricing. Bidders should focus on demonstrating experience with similar renovation projects and effective project management to stand out in this process.
Gut renovationResidential unitsCambridge Housing Authority3BR2BRre-bid
What the buyer is trying to do
The Cambridge Housing Authority aims to renovate two housing units at Newtowne Court to enhance living conditions and possibly improve energy efficiency.
Who should pursue this
- General contractors with experience in multi-family residential renovations
- Firms with prior work on HUD projects
- Contractors specializing in sustainable building practices
Work breakdown
- Site assessment and preparation
- Demolition of existing structures
- Renovation of the 3-bedroom unit
- Renovation of the 2-bedroom unit
- Final inspections and quality assurance
Response package checklist
- Detailed project proposal
- Past performance information
- Staff qualifications
- Pricing breakdown
- Compliance with housing authority requirements
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
- Must adhere to Cambridge Housing Authority guidelines
- Ensure compliance with local building codes and regulations
- Document adherence to labor laws and safety standards
Pricing strategy
- Consider competitive pricing due to prior re-bid
- Review costs carefully to account for potential unexpected findings during renovations
- Factor in labor and material availability for accurate bids
Teaming and subs
- Engage subcontractors with electrical and plumbing expertise
- Consider partnerships with local sustainable material suppliers
- Explore teaming with firms specializing in energy efficiency renovations
Risks and watchouts
- Potential delays due to unforeseen structural issues
- Budget overruns if costs of materials increase
- Risk of miscommunication regarding renovation expectations with the housing authority
Smart questions to ask
- What were the specific reasons for the previous bid being unsuccessful?
- Are there particular materials or finishes that the housing authority prefers?
- What is the expected timeline post-award for project initiation?
Source coverage notes
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- No details on the budget or funding for the renovation
- No specifications on required materials or design preferences
- Previous bidders' information not provided
- Scope of work lacks clarity on specific renovations
- Absence of a site visit date or requirements
- No information on potential incentives or penalties
- No information regarding warranties or post-renovation support
- Lack of historical performance metrics from previous bids
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