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City of Chelsea

IFB 2026-335 INTERIOR RENOVATION OF THE LIBRARY SPACE AT THE MCB

Solicitation: BD-26-1145-3206C-3206B-125919
Notice ID: ma_commbuys_9d478cfa591b7dd2ed1f
Source codes72, 10, 00DepartmentCity of ChelseaAgency3206C - SchoolStateMAPostedFeb 26, 2026, 03:23 PM UTCDueMar 19, 2026, 11:30 AM UTCExpiredBid range$432,739 - $512,876
Contract snapshot

Federal opportunity from 3206C - School • City of Chelsea. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: Mar 19, 2026. Industry: Source industry codes 72, 10, 00.

Source
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Solicitation
BD-26-1145-3206C-3206B-125919
Performance
Chelsea, MA 02150
Response
Mar 19, 2026, 11:30 AM UTC
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Place of performance
Chelsea, MA 02150
State: MA
Contracting office
Dylan Cook 500 Broadway 500 Broadway Room 110 Chelsea, MA 02150 US

Point of Contact

Name
Dragica Ivanis
Email
Not available
Phone
Not available

Agency & Office

Department
City of Chelsea
Agency
3206C - School
Subagency
3206C - School
Office
3206B - School Billing
Contracting Office Address
Dylan Cook 500 Broadway 500 Broadway Room 110 Chelsea, MA 02150 US

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Best fitDavis-Baconstate match
MA20260006 (Rev 2)
Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Barnstable, Berkshire, Bristol +11
7 occupation rates available in the full WD.
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MA20260006 (Rev 2)
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Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Barnstable, Berkshire, Bristol +11
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OF THE STRAIGHT TIME RATE, MULTIPLIED BY THE TOTAL HOURS WORKED
Base $30.86Fringe $14.15
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OF THE STRAIGHT TIME RATE, MULTIPLIED BY THE TOTAL HOURS WORKED
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Base $38.38Fringe $14.66
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MA20260025 (Rev 1)
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Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Worcester
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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
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MA20260017 (Rev 1)
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Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Bristol
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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
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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
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MA20260001 (Rev 1)
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Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Barnstable, Bristol, Dukes +5
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Description

IFB 2026-335 INTERIOR RENOVATION OF THE LIBRARY SPACE AT THE MCB

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
$3,515,474,911
Sector total $3,515,474,911 • 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%($3,515,474,911)
Deal sizing
$350,000 median
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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 05, 2026
Client-ready brief
Executive summary
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The opportunity under IFB 2026-335 involves the interior renovation of the library space at the MCB, as issued by the School agency. Interested bidders must be prepared to submit their proposals by March 19, 2026, at 11:30 AM. This project requires firms with expertise in interior renovations, particularly in educational settings.

Library renovationInterior designEducational facilitiesConstruction biddingsource codes 72, 10, 00
What the buyer is trying to do

The buyer aims to renovate the interior of the library space to improve functionality and aesthetics.

Who should pursue this
  • Construction firms with experience in educational facilities
  • Interior design companies specialized in library renovations
  • General contractors with a strong portfolio in similar projects
Work breakdown
  • Assessment of current library layout
  • Designing new interior configurations
  • Construction and renovation work
  • Installation of new furnishings and fixtures
Response package checklist
  • Completed bid form
  • Company qualifications and experience
  • Proposed timeline
  • Cost estimate and pricing strategy
  • References from similar projects
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
  • Bids must comply with local building codes
  • Adherence to safety and accessibility standards
Pricing strategy
  • Competitive pricing to attract the buyer's attention
  • Consideration of life cycle cost benefits in bid submission
Teaming and subs
  • Partnerships with local subcontractors for specialized work
  • Engagement of design firms for architectural input
Risks and watchouts
  • Potential delays due to unforeseen structural issues
  • Budget overruns if project scope increases
  • Challenges in coordinating work within a working school environment
Smart questions to ask
  • What is the total budget allocated for the renovation?
  • Are there specific design themes or requirements set by the school?
  • What are the operational hours during which construction can occur?
Source coverage notes

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  • Detailed scope of work
  • Budget range for the project
  • Specific design requirements or constraints
  • Potential contractors from previous similar projects
  • Location of MCB library
  • Number of submissions allowed per firm
  • Evaluation criteria for selecting the winning bid
  • Timeline for project completion
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