Plympton Water Security Study- Request for Proposal

Solicitation: BD-16-1224-OCPC-OCPC-127737

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Notice ID: ma_commbuys_b77e133fb50997ee6b64

Department • Old Colony Planning Council State • MAPosted • —Due • May 20, 2026, 04:00 PM UTC• ExpiredBid range • $316,256 - $374,822

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Federal opportunity from Old Colony Planning Council. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: May 20, 2026.

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Solicitation: BD-16-1224-OCPC-OCPC-127737
Performance: MA
Response: May 20, 2026, 04:00 PM UTC

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Place of performance

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Point of Contact

Name

Paul Umano

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Phone

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Agency & Office

Department

Old Colony Planning Council

Agency

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Subagency

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Office

Paul Umano

Contracting Office Address

Not available

Applicable wage determinations

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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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MA20260018 (Rev 1)

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Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Essex

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CARPENTER (INCLUDES FORM WORK)

Base $50.10Fringe $31.45

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ELECTRICIAN

Base $66.17Fringe $37.08

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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 $57.18Fringe $33.70

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MA20260023 (Rev 1)

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Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Plymouth

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CARPENTER (INCLUDES FORM WORK)

Base $50.10Fringe $31.45

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Base $57.18Fringe $33.70

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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

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MA20260017 (Rev 1)

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Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Bristol

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ELECTRICIAN (INCLUDES TRAFFIC SIGNALIZATION)

Base $66.17Fringe $37.08

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Base $57.18Fringe $33.70

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Base $57.83Fringe $33.70

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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

Base $37.15Fringe $14.57

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OF THE STRAIGHT TIME RATE, MULTIPLIED BY THE TOTAL HOURS WORKED

Base $38.38Fringe $14.66

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Description

Plympton Water Security Study- Request for Proposal

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

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Market snapshot

Baseline awarded-market signal across all contracting (sample of 400 recent awards; refreshed periodically).

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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%

Momentum (last 3 vs prior 3 buckets)

+100%($3,515,334,796)

Deal sizing

$350,000 median

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BidPulsar Analysis

A practical, capture-style breakdown of fit, requirements, risks, and next steps.

Updated: Apr 12, 2026

Client-ready brief

Executive summary

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The Old Colony Planning Council (OCPC) has issued an RFP for the Plympton Water Security Study, with a response deadline of May 20, 2026. This project will focus on enhancing water security for the Plympton area. Proposals should detail the strategies and methodologies to be employed in assessing regional water security concerns.

Water SecurityEnvironmental ConsultingRisk AssessmentRegional PlanningSustainable Water Management

What the buyer is trying to do

The OCPC aims to conduct a comprehensive water security study to identify risks and develop strategies for improving water management in Plympton.

Who should pursue this

Environmental consulting firms
Engineering firms with experience in water resources
Firms specializing in regional planning and water security

Work breakdown

Research current water security status
Conduct risk assessments related to water resources
Develop strategic recommendations for improved security
Prepare a comprehensive report on findings
Conduct stakeholder engagement sessions

Response package checklist

Cover letter introducing the firm
Detailed project approach
Team qualifications and experience
References from past similar projects
Cost proposal and pricing strategy

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Compliance notes

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Pricing strategy

Consider offering tiered pricing based on project phases
Ensure transparency in pricing to foster trust

Teaming and subs

Consider partnering with local engineering firms for geospatial analysis
Engage with environmental specialists to ensure thorough risk assessments

Risks and watchouts

Potential changes in local regulations regarding water management
Community opposition or lack of engagement
Budget overruns due to unforeseen complexities in water resource assessments

Smart questions to ask

What specific outcomes does OCPC expect from this study?
Are there existing data or reports that can be shared with bidders?
What budget constraints should bidders be aware of?

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Absence of defined budget or funding sources.
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