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Town of Cohasset

Lease of town-owned real property to construct a solar energy array

Solicitation: BD-26-1543-COHA0-COH01-128322
Notice ID: ma_commbuys_cff98035a704a0855ed0
DepartmentTown of CohassetStateMAPostedDueMay 26, 2026, 02:00 PM UTCCloses in 0 daysBid range$316,256 - $374,822
Contract snapshot

Federal opportunity from Town of Cohasset. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: May 26, 2026.

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Solicitation
BD-26-1543-COHA0-COH01-128322
Performance
MA
Response
May 26, 2026, 02:00 PM UTC
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Place of performance
MA
Contracting office
Not listed

Point of Contact

Name
Michelle Leary
Email
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Phone
Not available

Agency & Office

Department
Town of Cohasset
Agency
Not available
Subagency
Not available
Office
Michelle Leary
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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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
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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
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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
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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

Lease of town-owned real property to construct a solar energy array

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

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
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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: Apr 22, 2026
Client-ready brief
Executive summary
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The Town of Cohasset is seeking proposals for a 25-year lease of town-owned property to develop a solar energy array, aimed at supplying electrical energy to town facilities. This initiative is in collaboration with the Alternative Energy Committee and School Committee, indicating strong internal support. The deadline for responses is May 26, 2026, making this an opportunity for firms specializing in renewable energy installations.

solar energyrenewable energy projectutility creditstown of Cohassetlease proposal
What the buyer is trying to do

The buyer aims to lease land for constructing a solar energy array that will provide electricity for town facilities and possibly reduce energy costs.

Who should pursue this
  • Solar energy developers
  • Commercial solar installation companies
  • Energy efficiency consultants
Work breakdown
  • Identify suitable town-owned properties for lease.
  • Develop and propose a solar energy array design.
  • Establish mechanisms for supplying electricity to town facilities or utility credits.
  • Draft and submit competitive lease proposals.
Response package checklist
  • Proposal detailing solar array design and specifications.
  • Lease terms and conditions.
  • Projected energy savings analysis.
  • Company qualifications and experience in similar projects.
  • Financial model including costs and revenue projections.
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
  • Ensure proposals meet local zoning regulations.
  • Follow all environmental impact assessment procedures.
  • Comply with state renewable energy standards.
Pricing strategy
  • Consider long-term investment returns based on energy savings.
  • Evaluate competitive lease rates based on market analysis.
  • Include potential savings through utility credits in pricing.
Teaming and subs
  • Partner with local energy consultants for community support.
  • Involve electrical engineering firms for technical design.
  • Collaborate with financial analysts for pricing strategy.
Risks and watchouts
  • Potential changes in state energy policies.
  • Community opposition to the project.
  • Site-specific challenges affecting installation.
Smart questions to ask
  • What are the specific site criteria or limitations?
  • Are there any existing studies on the site’s solar potential?
  • What is the Town’s vision for energy supply and savings?
Source coverage notes

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

  • Details on the specific location of the property for lease.
  • Information on site evaluation or studies completed.
  • Clarification on existing utilities and infrastructure.
  • Guidelines on how to measure energy generated versus costs.
  • Any incentives or grants available for renewable projects.
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