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City of Pittsfield

Herbicide Treatment at Onota Lake

Solicitation: Not available
Notice ID: ma_commbuys_c582ae7672523ec9e0f3
NAICS • 10, 17Department • City of PittsfieldAgency • PRC00 - PurchasingState • MAPosted • —Due • Apr 14, 2026, 02:00 PM UTC• Closes in 5 days

Federal opportunity from PRC00 - Purchasing • City of Pittsfield. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: Apr 14, 2026. Industry: NAICS 10, 17.

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

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12-month awarded value
$1,606,932,264
Sector total $1,606,932,264 • Share 100.0%
Live
Median
$85,110
P10–P90
$27,155–$718,615
Volatility
Volatile200%
Market composition
NAICS share of sector
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100.0%
share
Momentum (last 3 vs prior 3 buckets)
+100%($1,606,932,264)
Deal sizing
$85,110 median
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Place of performance
Coleen Hunter-Mullett 70 Allen Street Pittsfield, MA 01201 US Email: chunter@pittsfieldch.com Phone: (413) 499-9470 FAX: (413) 448-9818
State: MA
Contracting office
Not listed

Applicable Wage Determinations

SAM WDOL references matched to this opportunity's location and scope language.

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Best fit for this contractDavis-Bacon
MA20260010 (Rev 0)
Match signal: state matchOpen WD
Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Berkshire, Franklin, Hampden +1
Rate
BOILERMAKER
Base $50.62Fringe $28.82
Rate
BRICKLAYER BRICKLAYERS; CEMENT MASONS; PLASTERERS; STONE MASONS; MARBLE, TILE & TERRAZZO WORKERS
Base $50.81Fringe $32.27
+64 more occupation rates available in the full WD.
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3 more WD matches and 64 more rate previews.
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Davis-BaconBest fitstate match
MA20260010 (Rev 0)
Open WD
Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Berkshire, Franklin, Hampden +1
Rate
BOILERMAKER
Base $50.62Fringe $28.82
Rate
BRICKLAYER BRICKLAYERS; CEMENT MASONS; PLASTERERS; STONE MASONS; MARBLE, TILE & TERRAZZO WORKERS
Base $50.81Fringe $32.27
Rate
DIVER TENDER
Base $61.70Fringe $35.47
+63 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match
MA20260011 (Rev 0)
Open WD
Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Franklin
Rate
Insulator/asbestos worker (Includes the application of all insulating materials, protective coverings, coatings and finishes to all types of mechanical systems.)
Base $44.36Fringe $36.63
Rate
BOILERMAKER
Base $50.62Fringe $28.82
Rate
BRICKLAYER BRICKLAYERS; CEMENT MASONS; PLASTERERS; STONE MASONS; MARBLE, TILE & TERRAZZO WORKERS
Base $50.81Fringe $32.27
+54 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match
MA20260019 (Rev 0)
Open WD
Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Hampden
Rate
POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR Group 1
Base $57.83Fringe $33.70
Rate
Group 2
Base $57.18Fringe $33.70
Rate
POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR Group 1
Base $42.88Fringe $31.04
+21 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match
MA20260007 (Rev 0)
Open WD
Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Franklin
Rate
CARPENTER
Base $43.33Fringe $27.82
Rate
Power equipment operators: (1) Backhoe/Excavator/Trackhoe
Base $42.88Fringe $31.04
Rate
A (1) Loader
Base $42.88Fringe $31.04
+8 more occupation rates in this WD

Point of Contact

Not available

Agency & Office

Department
City of Pittsfield
Agency
PRC00 - Purchasing
Subagency
PRC00 - Purchasing
Office
Colleen Hunter-Mullett
Contracting Office Address
Not available

Description

Herbicide Treatment at Onota Lake

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BidPulsar Analysis

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Updated: Mar 30, 2026
Client-ready brief
Executive summary
low confidencegpt 5.2

This notice is titled “Herbicide Treatment at Onota Lake” and is posted under PRC00 - Purchasing. The only scope detail provided is the title/description text, which indicates an herbicide application/treatment effort at Onota Lake. A response deadline is stated as 2026-04-14T14:00:00+00:00. Because no attachments, specifications, or performance/location details are included, bidders should treat this as an early indicator and validate requirements, permitted chemistries, and lake access/constraints before committing bid/no-bid.

Herbicide TreatmentOnota LakeAquatic herbicide applicationAquatic vegetation managementLake treatment
What the buyer is trying to do

Procure herbicide treatment services at Onota Lake (likely aquatic vegetation control), with bids/responses due by 2026-04-14T14:00:00+00:00.

Who should pursue this
  • Aquatic vegetation management contractors that perform herbicide treatments in lakes/ponds and can staff licensed/certified applicators (as required by the eventual solicitation).
  • Firms with demonstrated capability to plan and document lake herbicide applications (treatment plans, application records, mapping).
Work breakdown
  • Review solicitation package when available (scope, target species/areas, approved herbicides, application method, reporting).
  • Plan and perform herbicide treatment at Onota Lake per buyer requirements.
  • Provide applicator credentials/licensing and any required environmental compliance documentation as specified in the solicitation.
  • Mobilization/logistics to Onota Lake, including equipment/boat access if required.
  • Post-treatment documentation (treatment logs, maps, quantities applied, and any monitoring/reporting required in the solicitation).
Response package checklist
  • Confirm response due date/time: 2026-04-14T14:00:00+00:00 and submission method once solicitation is obtained.
  • Technical approach describing herbicide treatment at Onota Lake (method, equipment, safety).
  • Credentials for applicators and firm (licenses/certifications) as required by the solicitation.
  • Past performance/experience with aquatic herbicide treatments (similar lakes/projects).
  • Work plan/schedule aligned to any seasonal windows specified in the solicitation.
  • Pricing (unit-rate or lump-sum) consistent with how the solicitation requests pricing.
  • Insurance and any forms required by PRC00 - Purchasing (once available).
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
  • No compliance requirements are stated in the provided notice beyond the service description; bidders must obtain the full solicitation to confirm required licenses/permits, insurance, and environmental constraints specific to Onota Lake.
Pricing strategy
  • Because the notice provides no quantities or treatment areas, avoid firm fixed totals until scope details are confirmed; propose pricing in the format requested by the solicitation once available.
  • If allowed, structure pricing to separate mobilization, application (by acreage/linear feet/zone), and reporting deliverables so scope changes can be managed cleanly.
Teaming and subs
  • If your firm lacks aquatic-specific equipment, consider teaming with an aquatic applicator subcontractor while you provide project management/reporting (only if the solicitation allows subs).
  • If monitoring/reporting is required, consider a subcontractor for mapping/GIS documentation of treated areas.
Risks and watchouts
  • Scope ambiguity: the notice includes only “Herbicide Treatment at Onota Lake,” with no target species, acreage, or treatment methodology—high risk of under/over-pricing without the full solicitation.
  • Regulatory/permit constraints may exist for herbicide use in a lake; requirements are not provided here and could affect schedule and eligible herbicides.
  • Access/logistics risk: place of performance and launch/access details are not provided and could drive equipment needs and mobilization cost.
  • Schedule risk: response deadline is fixed (2026-04-14T14:00:00+00:00) but period of performance is not stated; treatment windows could be seasonal.
Smart questions to ask
  • What is the full scope for Onota Lake (treatment zones/acreage, target species, and success criteria)?
  • Which herbicides (active ingredients/products) and application methods are permitted/required for this lake?
  • Are there required permits/approvals already in place, or is the contractor responsible for obtaining them?
  • What deliverables are required (treatment plan, maps, application logs, monitoring reports) and in what format?
  • What are the site access details (launch points, restrictions, hours, staging areas) and any lake-use constraints during treatment?
  • What pricing structure does PRC00 - Purchasing require (lump sum vs unit pricing)?
  • Are there any notification requirements (public posting, abutter notifications) before treatment?
Source coverage notes

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

  • Full solicitation documents/specifications and any attachments
  • Solicitation number and notice type
  • Place of performance details for Onota Lake (city/site access specifics)
  • Period of performance / treatment window
  • Detailed scope (target species, treatment area/acreage, zones)
  • Approved herbicides/application method requirements
  • Submission instructions (portal/email, required forms)
  • Evaluation criteria and award type
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