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MA20260018 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Essex
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Government leasing land for Solar Array
Solicitation: BD-26-1321-TORTH-TORTH-128275
Notice ID: ma_commbuys_fc5532c81cc2e3be4ba4
Source codes • 95, 10, 18, 72, 15, 00Department • Town of RoyalstonAgency • DPW14 - Department of Public WorksState • MAPosted • Apr 16, 2026, 12:58 PM UTCDue • May 14, 2026, 12:00 AM UTC• ExpiredBid range • $316,256 - $374,822
Contract snapshot
Federal opportunity from DPW14 - Department of Public Works • Town of Royalston. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: May 14, 2026. Industry: Source industry codes 95, 10, 18, 72, 15, 00.
- Source
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- Solicitation
- BD-26-1321-TORTH-TORTH-128275
- Performance
- Royalston, MA 01368
- Response
- May 14, 2026, 12:00 AM UTC
Live POP
Place of performance
Royalston, MA 01368
State: MA
Contracting office
Deborah Rios 13 On The Common P. O. Box 125 Royalston, MA 01368 US
Point of Contact
Name
Not available
Email
Not available
Phone
978-249-4223
Agency & Office
Department
Town of Royalston
Agency
DPW14 - Department of Public Works
Subagency
DPW14 - Department of Public Works
Office
DPW14 - Department of Public Works
Contracting Office Address
Deborah Rios 13 On The Common P. O. Box 125 Royalston, MA 01368 US
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MA20260018 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Essex
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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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MA20260023 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Plymouth
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Base $50.10Fringe $31.45
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Base $57.18Fringe $33.70
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Base $57.83Fringe $33.70
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MA20260017 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Bristol
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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)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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Description
The Town of Royalston, acting by and through its Select Board is soliciting proposals from qualified parties under M.G.L. 30B s16 for the lease of land for the purpose of designing, permitting, financing and constructing, owning, operating and maintaining a ground-mounted solar photovoltaic system (PV) on land owned by the Town of Royalston located on 78 acres, Assessorâ??s Map 11, Parcel 39. Up to 60 acres is available for solar development. The Town does not intend to own or operate the system
Advisory bid range
Pricing and bid posture
$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.
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
Use as a pricing centerline.
Live signal is computed from awarded notices already observed in the system.
Signals shown are descriptive of observed awards; not a forecast.
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BidPulsar Analysis
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Updated: Apr 18, 2026
Client-ready brief
Executive summary
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The Town of Royalston is seeking proposals for a land lease to develop a ground-mounted solar photovoltaic system on 78 acres of town-owned land. Up to 60 acres is designated for solar development, with the selected vendor responsible for design, financing, and operation. This opportunity is aligned with local government initiatives to enhance renewable energy infrastructure and requires expertise in permitting and construction of solar systems.
solar photovoltaic systemland leaserenewable energymunicipal contractingenvironmental compliancesource codes 95, 10, 18, 72, 15, 00
What the buyer is trying to do
The Town of Royalston aims to lease land for the development of a solar photovoltaic system without retaining ownership or operational responsibilities.
Who should pursue this
- Solar energy companies
- Environmental engineering firms
- Construction firms with solar experience
- Financial institutions with renewable energy investment expertise
Work breakdown
- Lease negotiation and agreement finalization
- Design of the solar photovoltaic system
- Permitting process with local authorities
- Financing the solar array development
- Construction of the solar photovoltaic system
- Operation and maintenance planning
Response package checklist
- Project proposal including design plans
- Financing model documentation
- Permitting strategy outline
- Operational and maintenance plan
- Company qualifications and experience
- Reference projects
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
- Ensure compliance with M.G.L. 30B s16 regulations
- Adhere to local zoning laws and environmental regulations
Pricing strategy
- Consider competitive leasing rates
- Factor in construction and financing costs
- Account for operational costs post-construction
Teaming and subs
- Partner with local contractors for construction
- Include environmental consultants for permitting
- Engage financial advisors for funding plans
Risks and watchouts
- Potential changes in local regulations
- Financing challenges which may impact project initiation
- Community opposition to solar development
Smart questions to ask
- What are the specific local zoning requirements for solar development?
- What community outreach efforts are expected during the proposal process?
- What are the anticipated timelines for permitting and construction phases?
Source coverage notes
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- No specific response deadline available other than May 14, 2026
- Not disclosed if any minimum qualifications are required
- No mention of existing infrastructure or connections for electricity
- Details on the competitive evaluation criteria are missing
- Information about potential grant funding or incentives is not provided
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