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IFB - ORNAMENTAL FOUNTAIN MAINTENANCE

Solicitation: Not available
Notice ID: ma_commbuys_ca8742ca2ff75720bb5e

Federal opportunity from 300000 - Parks & Recreation Department • City of Boston. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: Feb 19, 2026. Industry: NAICS UNSPSC 72-10-00.

Market snapshot

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

12-month awarded value
$546,655,675
Sector total $546,655,675 • Share 100.0%
Live
Median
$97,181
P10–P90
$33,967$992,402
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%($546,655,675)
Deal sizing
$97,181 median
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Place of performance
300 - Parks
Contracting office
Not listed

Point of Contact

Not available

Agency & Office

Department
City of Boston
Agency
300000 - Parks & Recreation Department
Subagency
300000 - Parks & Recreation Department
Office
City Record Admin
Contracting Office Address
Not available

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Description

INVITATION FOR BIDS for ORNAMENTAL FOUNTAIN MAINTENANCE, To access details for this specific bid event, or to respond through electronic format, Please visit the City of Boston Supplier Portal boston.gov/procurement) and access Event EV00017012 or contact Erin Talevi at 617-961-3016 or Erin.Talevi@boston.gov

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BidPulsar Analysis

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Updated: Feb 16, 2026
Executive summary

This opportunity invites bids for ornamental fountain maintenance from the Parks & Recreation Department of the City of Boston, with a response deadline set for February 19, 2026. Interested bidders can access detailed information through the City of Boston Supplier Portal and must reference event EV00017012. Participation is encouraged for vendors experienced in outdoor maintenance and landscaping services, as this contract will likely require specific technical expertise in fountain operations.

What the buyer is trying to do

The buyer is seeking qualified vendors to maintain ornamental fountains, ensuring they are functional and visually appealing to enhance public spaces.

Work breakdown
  • Review ornamental fountain maintenance requirements
  • Prepare bid response materials
  • Submit bid through Boston Supplier Portal
  • Attend any pre-bid meetings if scheduled
  • Finalize pricing based on scope of maintenance needed
Response package checklist
  • Bid proposal document
  • Experience and qualifications documentation
  • Pricing strategy and cost breakdown
  • References from similar projects
  • Completed forms from the City of Boston Supplier Portal
Suggested keywords
Ornamental fountain maintenanceCity of Boston procurementLandscaping servicesMunicipal contractWater feature care
Source coverage notes

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

  • No specific address for place of performance provided
  • No details on number of fountains to be maintained
  • No historical data on previous maintenance contracts
  • Lack of information regarding long-term maintenance plans
  • Absence of formal pre-bid meeting details
  • No estimated budget or funding limits included
  • No specifications on the materials used in fountains
  • Clarification needed on emergency maintenance response expectations

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