Best fitDavis-Baconstate match
MA20260018 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Essex
24 occupation rates available in the full WD.
IFB - HIGHWAY FENCES, GUARDRAILS, IMPACT ATTENUATORS
Solicitation: BD-26-1142-311-311-129093
Notice ID: ma_commbuys_ddeeeee4ee08ea6355c7
Department • City of BostonState • MAPosted • —Due • May 28, 2026, 11:00 AM UTC• Closes in 2 daysBid range • $316,256 - $374,822
Contract snapshot
Federal opportunity from City of Boston. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: May 28, 2026.
- Source
- Open on official portal →
- Solicitation
- BD-26-1142-311-311-129093
- Performance
- MA
- Response
- May 28, 2026, 11:00 AM UTC
Live POP
Place of performance
MA
Contracting office
Not listed
Point of Contact
Name
City Record Admin
Email
Not available
Phone
Not available
Agency & Office
Department
City of Boston
Agency
Not available
Subagency
Not available
Office
City Record Admin
Contracting Office Address
Not available
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Davis-BaconBest fitstate match
MA20260018 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Essex
Rate
Base $50.10Fringe $31.45
Rate
Base $66.17Fringe $37.08
Rate
Base $57.18Fringe $33.70
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Davis-Baconstate match
MA20260023 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Plymouth
Rate
Base $50.10Fringe $31.45
Rate
Base $57.18Fringe $33.70
Rate
Base $57.83Fringe $33.70
+23 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match
MA20260017 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Bristol
Rate
Base $66.17Fringe $37.08
Rate
Base $57.18Fringe $33.70
Rate
Base $57.83Fringe $33.70
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Davis-Baconstate match
MA20260006 (Rev 2)Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Barnstable, Berkshire, Bristol +11
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Base $30.86Fringe $14.15
Rate
Base $37.15Fringe $14.57
Rate
Base $38.38Fringe $14.66
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Description
IFB - HIGHWAY FENCES, GUARDRAILS, IMPACT ATTENUATORS
Advisory bid range
Pricing and bid posture
$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.
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.
Files
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BidPulsar Analysis
A practical, capture-style breakdown of fit, requirements, risks, and next steps.
Updated: May 24, 2026
Client-ready brief
Executive summary
medium confidencegpt 4o mini
The City of Boston has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for the installation of highway fences, guardrails, and impact attenuators. The response deadline for this solicitation is May 28, 2026. Bidders should prepare to demonstrate experience and capacity in highway safety installations as part of their submission.
highway safetyguardrailsimpact attenuatorsmunicipal contractsinfrastructure installation
What the buyer is trying to do
The City of Boston aims to enhance roadway safety through the installation of highway fencing, guardrails, and impact attenuators, ensuring protection for both vehicles and pedestrians.
Who should pursue this
- Contractors specializing in roadway safety installations.
- Firms with experience in municipal infrastructure projects.
- Companies with a strong safety record and relevant certifications.
Work breakdown
- Review project requirements outlined in the IFB.
- Prepare technical proposal addressing installation methods for fences, guardrails, and attenuators.
- Compile pricing for materials and labor.
- Submit compliance documentation as required by the City of Boston.
Response package checklist
- Completed bid form.
- Technical proposal detailing installation approach.
- Pricing sheet with detailed cost breakdown.
- Compliance documentation and safety records.
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
- Ensure adherence to local safety regulations.
- Maintain documentation of prior contracts for similar projects.
- Provide proof of insurance and bonding.
Pricing strategy
- Consider competitive pricing while ensuring all costs are covered.
- Assess previous bids for similar projects to determine competitive rates.
Teaming and subs
- Partner with local suppliers for materials.
- Engage subcontractors experienced in highway safety installations.
Risks and watchouts
- Potential delays due to permitting processes.
- Risk of cost overruns if material prices change significantly.
- Ensure clarity on scope to avoid disputes during project execution.
Smart questions to ask
- What are the specific performance standards required for the installations?
- Are there existing maintenance contracts for the infrastructure that could influence bidding?
- What is the timeline for review and award of bids?
Source coverage notes
Some notices publish limited source detail. Confirm these points before final bid/no-bid decisions.
- Detailed specifications for fences, guardrails, and impact attenuators.
- Performance standards required for installation.
- Budget or estimated value for the project.
- Pre-bid meeting details or site visit information.
- Information on any existing contractors involved.
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