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Auto Fluids BPD Fleet

Solicitation: BD-26-1142-143-143-128719
Notice ID: ma_commbuys_f96e09508dae10d754c5
DepartmentCity of BostonStateMAPostedDueMay 20, 2026, 12:00 PM UTCExpiredBid range$316,256 - $374,822
Contract snapshot

Federal opportunity from City of Boston. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: May 20, 2026.

Source
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Solicitation
BD-26-1142-143-143-128719
Performance
MA
Response
May 20, 2026, 12:00 PM UTC
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Place of performance
MA
Contracting office
Not listed

Point of Contact

Name
City Record Admin
Email
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Phone
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Agency & Office

Department
City of Boston
Agency
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Subagency
Not available
Office
City Record Admin
Contracting Office Address
Not available

Applicable wage determinations

Best public WD match for the notice location and scope.

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Best fitDavis-Baconstate match
MA20260018 (Rev 1)
Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Essex
24 occupation rates available in the full WD.
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3 more WD matches and 22 more rate previews.
Davis-BaconBest fitstate match
MA20260018 (Rev 1)
Open WD
Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Essex
Rate
CARPENTER (INCLUDES FORM WORK)
Base $50.10Fringe $31.45
Rate
ELECTRICIAN
Base $66.17Fringe $37.08
Rate
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
+21 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match
MA20260023 (Rev 1)
Open WD
Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Plymouth
Rate
CARPENTER (INCLUDES FORM WORK)
Base $50.10Fringe $31.45
Rate
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
Rate
POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR GROUP 1 BACKHOE/EXCAVATOR/TRACKHOE; BOBCAT/SKID STEER/SKID LOADER; BROOM/SWEEPER; CRANE; GRADALL; LOADER; POST DRIVER (GUARDRAIL/FENCES)
Base $57.83Fringe $33.70
+23 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match
MA20260017 (Rev 1)
Open WD
Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Bristol
Rate
ELECTRICIAN (INCLUDES TRAFFIC SIGNALIZATION)
Base $66.17Fringe $37.08
Rate
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
Rate
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
+22 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match
MA20260006 (Rev 2)
Open WD
Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Barnstable, Berkshire, Bristol +11
Rate
OF THE STRAIGHT TIME RATE, MULTIPLIED BY THE TOTAL HOURS WORKED
Base $30.86Fringe $14.15
Rate
OF THE STRAIGHT TIME RATE, MULTIPLIED BY THE TOTAL HOURS WORKED
Base $37.15Fringe $14.57
Rate
OF THE STRAIGHT TIME RATE, MULTIPLIED BY THE TOTAL HOURS WORKED
Base $38.38Fringe $14.66
+4 more occupation rates in this WD

Description

Auto Fluids BPD Fleet

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
$3,515,334,796
Sector total $3,515,334,796 • Share 100.0%
Live
Median
$350,000
P10–P90
$32,216$3,347,126
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%($3,515,334,796)
Deal sizing
$350,000 median
Use as a pricing centerline.
Live signal is computed from awarded notices already observed in the system.
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: May 18, 2026
Client-ready brief
Executive summary
medium confidencegpt 4o mini

This opportunity involves the procurement of auto fluids for the BPD Fleet through sealed bids. The solicitation number is BD-26-1142-143-143-128719, with a response deadline set for May 20, 2026. Interested bidders can find more details on the City of Boston Supplier Portal or contact the buyer, Michael Walsh, for further inquiries.

Auto fluidsBPD Fleetsealed bidsprocurementCity of Boston
What the buyer is trying to do

The buyer, identified as the Procurement agency, seeks to procure auto fluids specifically for the Boston Police Department Fleet, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance with maintenance standards.

Who should pursue this
  • Suppliers of automotive fluids
  • Local distributors of bulk automotive products
  • Companies with a proven track record in governmental procurement
Work breakdown
  • Review bid requirements on the City of Boston Supplier Portal
  • Prepare and submit sealed bids
  • Coordinate logistics for product delivery if bid is successful
Response package checklist
  • Completed bid form
  • Proof of previous experience with similar contracts
  • Compliance with delivery requirements
  • Pricing sheet based on specified quantities
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
  • Ensure bid adheres to local procurement regulations
  • Check requirements for environmental compliance and product safety
Pricing strategy
  • Consider competitive pricing due to potential multiple bidders
  • Include delivery costs in the pricing model
Teaming and subs
  • Partner with local suppliers to enhance bid appeal
  • Consider teaming with logistics firms for delivery assurance
Risks and watchouts
  • Potential for pricing disputes due to market fluctuations in auto fluids
  • Bidding competition could drive margins down
  • Failure to comply with bid submission guidelines could disqualify the proposal
Smart questions to ask
  • What specific types of auto fluids are required?
  • Are there particular brands or specifications preferred by the BPD Fleet?
  • What are the expected volume and frequency of orders?
Source coverage notes

Some notices publish limited source detail. Confirm these points before final bid/no-bid decisions.

  • Detailed scope of auto fluids required
  • Quantity estimates for fluids
  • Start and end dates for the period of performance
  • Specific delivery locations
  • Any brand or safety certifications required
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