Best fitDavis-Baconstate match
MA20260006 (Rev 2)Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Barnstable, Berkshire, Bristol +11
7 occupation rates available in the full WD.
Water Main Replacement, Various Streets, 2026
Solicitation: BD-24-1169-WLTHM-WLTHM-128835
Notice ID: ma_commbuys_56732f437acb0d346cb8
Department • City of WalthamState • MAPosted • —Due • May 27, 2026, 12:00 PM UTC• Closes in 1 daysBid range • $432,739 - $512,876
Contract snapshot
Federal opportunity from City of Waltham. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: May 27, 2026.
- Source
- Open on official portal →
- Solicitation
- BD-24-1169-WLTHM-WLTHM-128835
- Performance
- MA
- Response
- May 27, 2026, 12:00 PM UTC
Live POP
Place of performance
MA
Contracting office
Not listed
Point of Contact
Name
Crystal Philpott
Email
Not available
Phone
Not available
Agency & Office
Department
City of Waltham
Agency
Not available
Subagency
Not available
Office
Crystal Philpott
Contracting Office Address
Not available
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Davis-BaconBest fitstate match
MA20260006 (Rev 2)Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Barnstable, Berkshire, Bristol +11
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Base $30.86Fringe $14.15
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Base $37.15Fringe $14.57
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Base $38.38Fringe $14.66
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MA20260025 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Worcester
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Base $50.10Fringe $31.45
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Base $66.17Fringe $37.08
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Base $57.18Fringe $33.70
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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
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Base $39.12Fringe $31.04
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MA20260001 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Barnstable, Bristol, Dukes +5
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Base $55.45Fringe $36.63
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Base $55.45Fringe $36.63
Rate
Base $55.45Fringe $36.63
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Description
Water Main Replacement, Various Streets, 2026
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
$3,516,281,615
Sector total $3,516,281,615 • Share 100.0%
Live
Median
$350,000
P10–P90
$32,459–$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%($3,516,281,615)
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: May 19, 2026
Client-ready brief
Executive summary
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The City of Waltham is seeking bids for a Water Main Replacement project across various streets, with a response deadline of May 27, 2026. This initiative highlights the city's commitment to enhancing its infrastructure and ensuring reliable water services. Bidders should be prepared to demonstrate experience in similar water main projects and compliance with local construction standards.
Water Main ReplacementInfrastructure ImprovementMunicipal ProjectsConstruction ComplianceWaltham Water Services
What the buyer is trying to do
The City aims to replace outdated water mains to improve water quality and system reliability across several streets in Waltham.
Who should pursue this
- Construction firms with experience in municipal water projects
- Contractors with a proven safety record
- Businesses registered in the state of Massachusetts
Work breakdown
- Conduct pre-construction site assessments
- Develop replacement plans for existing water infrastructure
- Execute water main replacement on specified streets
- Conduct quality assurance tests post-installation
- Manage community communications during construction
Response package checklist
- Completed bid proposal form
- List of applicable past projects and references
- Proof of insurance and bonding
- Safety and health compliance plan
- Contractor's licensing information
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
- Adherence to local construction codes
- Environmental standards must be met
- Submission of a safety management plan required
Pricing strategy
- Prices should account for material costs and labor
- Consider potential delays and their impact on pricing
- Bidders should provide a competitive pricing structure to enhance win probability
Teaming and subs
- Consider partnering with local subcontractors for specialized tasks
- Engage environmental consultants for compliance assistance
- Include local suppliers for materials to support community engagement
Risks and watchouts
- Potential delays due to weather conditions
- Community pushback during construction
- Cost overruns if unexpected infrastructure issues arise
Smart questions to ask
- What specific streets are included in the replacement plan?
- Are there existing utilities that may complicate the project?
- What are the exact compliance requirements for the chosen materials?
Source coverage notes
Some notices publish limited source detail. Confirm these points before final bid/no-bid decisions.
- Detailed list of specific streets for replacement
- Local construction specifications and standards
- Estimated budget range for the project
- Information on existing water main conditions
- Details on any environmental considerations involved
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