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City of Boston

7140 City Hall Plaza Renovations Phase 1 & 2

Solicitation: BD-26-1142-PFD01-PFD01-125949
Notice ID: ma_commbuys_53c759cd74fd8ff1a254
Source codes72, 10, 00, 22, 23, 13, 46, 19DepartmentCity of BostonAgencyPFD01 - Public Facilities DepartmentStateMAPostedFeb 27, 2026, 01:05 PM UTCDueMar 25, 2026, 01:00 PM UTCExpiredBid range$432,739 - $512,876
Contract snapshot

Federal opportunity from PFD01 - Public Facilities Department • City of Boston. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: Mar 25, 2026. Industry: Source industry codes 72, 10, 00, 22, 23, 13, 46, 19.

Source
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Solicitation
BD-26-1142-PFD01-PFD01-125949
Performance
st Floor Boston, MA 02108
Response
Mar 25, 2026, 01:00 PM UTC
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Live POP
Place of performance
st Floor Boston, MA 02108
State: MA
Contracting office
PFD Bid Room 26 Court Street 1st Floor Boston, MA 02108 US

Point of Contact

Name
Bid.info
Email
Bid.info@boston.gov
Phone
Not available

Agency & Office

Department
City of Boston
Agency
PFD01 - Public Facilities Department
Subagency
PFD01 - Public Facilities Department
Office
PFD01 - Public Facilities Department
Contracting Office Address
PFD Bid Room 26 Court Street 1st Floor Boston, MA 02108 US

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
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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

Scope of work further detailed in the specifications; South Plaza Only Improvements on South Plaza/Congress St stairs including surface, structural, waterproofing, lighting, etc. repairs & improvements within lower-level MEP spaces & garage.

Advisory bid range

Pricing and bid posture

medium confidence
$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.

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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

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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.
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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: Mar 02, 2026
Client-ready brief
Executive summary
medium confidencegpt 4o mini

The project entails renovations to the South Plaza at City Hall, specifically focusing on stairs, surface, structural, waterproofing, and lighting repairs. The scope includes enhancements within lower-level MEP spaces and the garage. Responses are due by March 25, 2026, providing ample time for preparations and detailed submissions.

City Hall renovationspublic facilities improvementSouth Plaza upgradesconstruction bidsurban infrastructuresource codes 72, 10, 00, 22, 23, 13
What the buyer is trying to do

The Public Facilities Department aims to improve safety and aesthetics in the South Plaza area of City Hall through comprehensive repairs and enhancements.

Who should pursue this
  • General contractors with experience in public facility renovations
  • Specialty contractors in waterproofing and lighting
  • Companies with a strong portfolio in urban infrastructure projects
Work breakdown
  • Surface repairs on stairs
  • Structural improvements
  • Waterproofing enhancements
  • Lighting upgrades
  • MEP space and garage refinements
Response package checklist
  • Company qualifications and past project examples
  • Detailed project timeline
  • Cost proposal including materials and labor
  • Proof of licenses and insurance
  • Safety and compliance plan
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
  • Adherence to municipal guidelines for public space renovations
  • Insurance requirements must be met
  • Compliance with local building codes and safety regulations
Pricing strategy
  • Consider competitive pricing given the public nature of the contract
  • Factor in costs for materials that meet specified quality standards
  • Identify any potential cost-saving alternatives for construction methods
Teaming and subs
  • Subcontracting waterproofing specialists
  • Partnering with local suppliers for materials
  • Engaging with design consultants for compliance and aesthetics
Risks and watchouts
  • Potential delays due to weather affecting outdoor work
  • Material supply chain disruptions
  • Community backlash or public scrutiny due to renovation impacts
Smart questions to ask
  • What are the specific success metrics for the project?
  • Are there any anticipated changes in city regulations affecting construction?
  • What is the expected timeline for permits and approvals?
Source coverage notes

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

  • Detailed specifications are not provided in the brief
  • No specific budget range mentioned
  • Lack of information on existing conditions of the Plaza
  • Absence of possible past project examples or benchmarks
  • Missing full scope of MEP enhancements
  • Not detailed if there are any community engagement requirements
  • No mention of subcontracting rules or requirements
  • No specific performance metrics noted
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