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City of Somerville

IFB 26-44 Various Trips for Older Adults

Solicitation: Not available
Notice ID: ma_commbuys_f2872fa5c3f79f7a9a49
NAICS • 90, 12, 00Department • City of SomervilleAgency • COS01 - Procurement & Contracting ServicesState • MAPosted • —Due • Feb 26, 2026, 02:00 PM UTC• Expired

Federal opportunity from COS01 - Procurement & Contracting Services • City of Somerville. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: Feb 26, 2026. Industry: NAICS 90, 12, 00.

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12-month awarded value
$7,205,695,420
Sector total $7,205,695,420 • Share 100.0%
Live
Median
$96,720
P10–P90
$28,298–$2,037,759
Volatility
Volatile200%
Market composition
NAICS share of sector
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100.0%
share
Momentum (last 3 vs prior 3 buckets)
+100%($7,205,695,420)
Deal sizing
$96,720 median
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Place of performance
Procurement & Contracting Services Department 93 Highland Ave Somerville, MA 02143 US Email: procurement@somervillema.gov Phone: (617) 625-6600 Ext. 3400
State: MA
Contracting office
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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 Somerville
Agency
COS01 - Procurement & Contracting Services
Subagency
COS01 - Procurement & Contracting Services
Office
Felisa Garate
Contracting Office Address
Not available

Description

To obtain bid documents, visit www.somervillema.gov/procurement

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Updated: Feb 17, 2026
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Executive summary
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COS01 - Procurement & Contracting Services is soliciting bids under “IFB 26-44 Various Trips for Older Adults.” The response deadline is 2026-02-26T14:00:00+00:00. The notice directs bidders to obtain bid documents at www.somervillema.gov/procurement, indicating critical scope, pricing form, and compliance requirements will be contained in the bid package. Based on the limited notice text, bidders should focus immediately on retrieving the IFB documents and validating trip schedules, passenger support requirements, and vehicle/driver qualifications before committing to pricing.

IFB 26-44Various Trips for Older AdultsCOS01 - Procurement & Contracting ServicesSomerville procurementUNSPSC 90-12-00
What the buyer is trying to do

Procure transportation services to run various trips for older adults under IFB 26-44, with requirements and trip details provided in the bid documents hosted on the City of Somerville procurement site.

Who should pursue this
  • Passenger transportation providers that can support trips for older adults (e.g., charter/shuttle operators) and can meet IFB requirements once obtained from www.somervillema.gov/procurement
  • Providers with prior experience serving older-adult riders and managing trip logistics (routing, scheduling, and passenger assistance) as required by the IFB package
Work breakdown
  • Download and review IFB 26-44 bid documents from www.somervillema.gov/procurement
  • Provide transportation for “various trips” serving older adults (details to be confirmed in IFB package)
  • Submit an IFB-compliant bid by 2026-02-26T14:00:00+00:00
Response package checklist
  • Completed bid submission for IFB 26-44 (as required by the bid documents)
  • Pricing/price schedule in the format required by the IFB documents
  • Acknowledgement of any addenda (if issued) as required by the IFB documents
  • Any required vendor certifications/forms contained in the bid documents from www.somervillema.gov/procurement
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
  • Bid documents must be obtained from www.somervillema.gov/procurement; the notice text contains no scope/pricing form details beyond that
  • Hard deadline: 2026-02-26T14:00:00+00:00 (ensure internal review/approval and upload/submission method per IFB instructions)
Pricing strategy
  • Do not finalize pricing until the IFB trip list, frequency, hours, and vehicle/accessibility requirements are confirmed in the bid documents at www.somervillema.gov/procurement
  • Structure pricing exactly to the IFB schedule (e.g., per-trip, per-hour, per-mile, or per-route) as required by the bid package
Teaming and subs
  • If the IFB includes multiple trip types or overlapping schedules, consider teaming with a secondary transportation operator to ensure coverage during peak demand (confirm allowable subcontracting in the IFB package)
Risks and watchouts
  • Scope ambiguity: the notice itself does not specify trip count, destinations, schedule, service hours, or vehicle/accessibility requirements—pricing risk is high until bid docs are reviewed
  • Compliance risk if the bid package contains mandatory forms, submission method requirements, or addenda acknowledgement that are not visible in the notice text
  • Performance risk if the IFB includes service expectations for older adults (e.g., assistance needs) that require specific staffing/vehicles—must be validated in the bid documents
Smart questions to ask
  • Where in the IFB 26-44 documents is the full trip schedule (dates/times), pickup/drop-off locations, and expected passenger counts for each trip?
  • What vehicle requirements apply (e.g., capacity, accessibility features), and are there minimum standards for serving older adults?
  • Is pricing requested per trip, per hour, per mile, or by route—and are there separate line items for wait time, tolls, parking, or driver gratuity (if applicable)?
  • Are subcontractors permitted, and if so, what documentation is required for subcontracted service?
  • What is the anticipated period of performance for IFB 26-44 (start/end dates), and are renewals/extensions contemplated?
Source coverage notes

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

  • Bid document contents (scope, trip list/schedule, vehicle and driver requirements, pricing sheet, submission instructions, and any mandatory forms) from www.somervillema.gov/procurement
  • Solicitation number and notice type
  • Posted date
  • Place of performance
  • Period of performance start/end
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