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City Of Watertown

On Call Land Appraisal Services

Solicitation: Not available
Notice ID: ma_commbuys_5ee757dd13282a69c66b
NAICS 80, 13, 00DepartmentCity Of WatertownAgencyWTRT1 - PurchasingStateMAPostedDueApr 23, 2026, 10:30 AM UTCCloses in 13 days

Federal opportunity from WTRT1 - Purchasing • CITY OF WATERTOWN. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: Apr 23, 2026. Industry: NAICS 80, 13, 00.

Market snapshot

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

12-month awarded value
$6,934,604,320
Sector total $6,934,604,320 • Share 100.0%
Live
Median
$206,573
P10–P90
$30,957$1,243,935
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%($6,934,604,320)
Deal sizing
$206,573 median
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Place of performance
Julie Knight 149 Main Street 149 Main Street Watertown Ma. 02472 Watertown, MA 02472 US Email: jknight@Watertown-MA.GOV Phone: (617) 972-6414 FAX: (617) 972-6403
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
MA20260017 (Rev 0)
Match signal: state matchOpen WD
Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Bristol
Rate
ELECTRICIAN (Includes Traffic Signalization)
Base $66.17Fringe $37.08
Rate
POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR GROUP 1
Base $57.83Fringe $33.70
+23 more occupation rates available in the full WD.
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3 more WD matches and 23 more rate previews.
Davis-BaconBest fitstate match
MA20260017 (Rev 0)
Open WD
Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Bristol
Rate
ELECTRICIAN (Includes Traffic Signalization)
Base $66.17Fringe $37.08
Rate
POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR GROUP 1
Base $57.83Fringe $33.70
Rate
GROUP 2
Base $57.18Fringe $33.70
+22 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
MA20260013 (Rev 0)
Open WD
Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Worcester
Rate
ASBESTOS WORKER/HEAT & FROST INSULATOR (Duct, Pipe, & Mechanical System Insulation)
Base $49.10Fringe $36.63
Rate
TILE FINISHER
Base $49.32Fringe $35.26
Rate
TILE SETTER
Base $64.52Fringe $37.51
+14 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 WATERTOWN
Agency
WTRT1 - Purchasing
Subagency
WTRT1 - Purchasing
Office
Julie Knight
Contracting Office Address
Not available

Description

The City of Watertown (MA) invites proposals from qualified individuals/firms to provide On Call Land Appraisal services for a one year term with two one year options for renewal at the sole discretion of the city.

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BidPulsar Analysis

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Updated: Mar 21, 2026
Client-ready brief
Executive summary
medium confidencegpt 5.2

The City of Watertown (MA) is seeking proposals from qualified individuals/firms to provide on-call land appraisal services. The term is one year, with two additional one-year renewal options at the City’s sole discretion. Proposals are due by 2026-04-23 10:30 UTC. This opportunity fits appraisal professionals who can respond quickly on an as-needed basis under an on-call arrangement.

City of Watertown MAOn CallLand AppraisalAppraisal ServicesMunicipal appraisal
What the buyer is trying to do

Establish an on-call land appraisal capability for the City of Watertown, MA for a base one-year term with two one-year renewal options, enabling the City to obtain land appraisals as needs arise without re-procuring each time.

Who should pursue this
  • Individuals or firms that provide land appraisal services and can operate under an on-call/as-needed model for a municipal client
  • Appraisal providers able to sustain service coverage for a one-year base term with up to two one-year renewals at the City’s discretion
Work breakdown
  • Provide on-call land appraisal services to the City of Watertown (MA) as requested during the contract term
  • Support City-requested appraisal assignments during the base one-year term and, if exercised, two one-year renewal option terms
Response package checklist
  • Technical proposal demonstrating qualifications to perform land appraisal services for the City of Watertown (MA)
  • Approach for executing on-call assignments (intake, scheduling, deliverables workflow, quality control)
  • Relevant past performance for land appraisal services (preferably public-sector/municipal, if available)
  • Staffing plan/roles for on-call coverage (identifying key personnel responsible for appraisals)
  • Price proposal consistent with an on-call services model (e.g., rate schedule/fee structure, if permitted by the solicitation)
  • Signed representations/certifications required by the City (as specified in the full solicitation, if any)
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
  • Proposal must be submitted by the response deadline: 2026-04-23T10:30:00+00:00
  • The contract structure stated is a one-year term with two one-year renewal options at the sole discretion of the City of Watertown (MA)
Pricing strategy
  • Align pricing to an on-call services structure so the City can order appraisals as needed during the one-year base term and any renewal options
  • Ensure any pricing you submit clearly explains what triggers costs for an on-call request (e.g., by assignment, by hour, or other method as allowed by the solicitation)
Teaming and subs
  • Consider teaming with a local appraisal provider (if you are not locally established) to improve responsiveness for on-call requests in Watertown, MA
  • If your firm’s core is appraisal but needs supplemental capacity, line up qualified appraisal professionals as surge support for peak request periods
Risks and watchouts
  • Scope ambiguity risk: the notice describes 'On Call Land Appraisal services' but does not specify expected volume, turnaround times, or deliverable formats—pricing and staffing could be hard to calibrate without the full solicitation
  • Renewal uncertainty: two one-year options are at the City’s sole discretion; plan staffing and rate assumptions accordingly
  • NAICS/PSC ambiguity: NAICS codes are listed as "80", "13", "00" which are not standard NAICS formats; confirm any required NAICS/registration details in the full posting
Smart questions to ask
  • What types of land appraisals will be requested (e.g., acquisition, disposition, easements/partial takes) and what standards or report formats are required?
  • What is the anticipated volume of assignments over the base year and typical turnaround expectations for on-call requests?
  • How will work be authorized (e.g., task order, work order) and what is the expected review/acceptance process within the City?
  • Are there required credential/licensing expectations for appraisers performing work for the City of Watertown (MA)?
  • What pricing format does the City prefer for on-call land appraisal services (hourly rates, fixed fees per appraisal type, not-to-exceed by task)?
  • Are there any mandatory forms, affidavits, or municipal procurement requirements that must be included with the proposal?
Source coverage notes

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

  • Full solicitation package (SOW/specifications, deliverables, submission instructions, evaluation criteria, and required forms)
  • Place of performance and any local presence/response-time requirements
  • Expected assignment volume and typical turnaround times
  • Pricing format required (rates vs fixed fees vs task-based NTE)
  • Any required appraiser credentials/licensing and compliance standards
  • How work will be ordered and managed (task/work order process) and invoicing/payment terms
  • PSC code and correct NAICS code(s)
  • Submission method/location (portal/email/hard copy) and any mandatory pre-bid/Q&A schedule

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