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GENERAL LEGAL SERVICES MASSDOT AND MBTA

Solicitation: BD-21-1030-0P100-0P041-63505
Notice ID: ma_commbuys_7bbc234ff28cc8a940b1
DepartmentDepartment of TransportationStateMAPostedDueApr 04, 2028, 03:00 PM UTCCloses in 681 daysBid range$316,256 - $374,822
Contract snapshot

Federal opportunity from Department of Transportation. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: Apr 04, 2028.

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Solicitation
BD-21-1030-0P100-0P041-63505
Performance
MA
Response
Apr 04, 2028, 03:00 PM UTC
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Place of performance
MA
Contracting office
Not listed

Point of Contact

Name
Michael Woods
Email
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Phone
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Agency & Office

Department
Department of Transportation
Agency
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Subagency
Not available
Office
Michael Woods
Contracting Office Address
Not available

Applicable wage determinations

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Best fitDavis-Baconstate match
MA20260001 (Rev 1)
Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Barnstable, Bristol, Dukes +5
90 occupation rates available in the full WD.
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Davis-BaconBest fitstate match
MA20260001 (Rev 1)
Open WD
Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Barnstable, Bristol, Dukes +5
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TOR/ASBESTOS WORKER (ZONE B) ZONE B- BARNSTABLE COUNTY (BARNSTABLE, BOURNE, FALMOUTH, MASHPEE, SANDWICH), BRISTOL COUNTY (ALL CITIES EXCEPT EASTON),AND NORFOLK COUNTY (BELLINGHAM, FRANKLIN, PLAINVILLE)
Base $55.45Fringe $36.63
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OOKLINE, CANTON, COHASSET, DEDHAM, DOVER, FOXBOROUGH, HOLBROOK, MEDFIELD, MEDWAY, MILLIS, MILTON, NEEDHAM, NORFOLK, NORWOOD, QUINCY, RANDOLPH, SHARON, STOUGHTON, WALPOLE, WELLESLEY, WESTWOOD, WEYMOUTH)
Base $55.45Fringe $36.63
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URO, WELLFLEET AND YARMOUTH); BRISTOL (EASTON); ESSEX; MIDDLESEX; NORFOLK (AVON, BRAINTREE, BROOKLINE, CANTON, COHASSET, DEDHAM, DOVER, FOXBORO, HOLBROOK, HULL, MEDFIELD, MEDWAY, MILLIS, MILTON, NEEDHA
Base $55.45Fringe $36.63
+87 more occupation rates in this WD
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MA20260014 (Rev 1)
Open WD
Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Dukes, Nantucket
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CARPENTER
Base $43.33Fringe $27.82
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s POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: (4) ROLLER A. PAID HOLIDAYS: NEW YEAR'S DAY, WASHINGTON'S BIRTHDAY, MEMORIAL DAY, INDEPENDENCE DAY, LABOR DAY, COLUMBUS DAY, VETERANS DAY, THANKSGIVING DAY AND CHRISTMAS DAY
Base $39.12Fringe $31.04
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POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: (1) LOADER A. PAID HOLIDAYS: NEW YEAR'S DAY, WASHINGTON'S BIRTHDAY, MEMORIAL DAY, INDEPENDENCE DAY, LABOR DAY, COLUMBUS DAY, VETERANS DAY, THANKSGIVING DAY AND CHRISTMAS DAY
Base $42.88Fringe $31.04
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MA20260009 (Rev 1)
Open WD
Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Dukes, Nantucket
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BOILERMAKER
Base $50.62Fringe $28.82
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TERRAZZO FINISHER
Base $63.44Fringe $37.33
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MARBLE, TILE & TERRAZZO WORKERS
Base $64.52Fringe $37.51
+40 more occupation rates in this WD
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MA20260024 (Rev 1)
Open WD
Published May 18, 2026Massachusetts • Suffolk
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ELECTRICIAN (INCLUDES TRAFFIC SIGNALIZATION)
Base $66.17Fringe $37.08
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OWER EQUIPMENT OPERATORS: A. PAID HOLIDAYS: NEW YEAR'S DAY, WASHINGTON'S BIRTHDAY, LABOR DAY, MEMORIAL DAY, INDEPENDENCE DAY, PATRIOT'S DAY, COLUMBUS DAY, VETERAN'S DAY, THANKSGIVING DAY, CHRISTMAS DAY
Base $57.18Fringe $33.70
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OWER EQUIPMENT OPERATORS: A. PAID HOLIDAYS: NEW YEAR'S DAY, WASHINGTON'S BIRTHDAY, LABOR DAY, MEMORIAL DAY, INDEPENDENCE DAY, PATRIOT'S DAY, COLUMBUS DAY, VETERAN'S DAY, THANKSGIVING DAY, CHRISTMAS DAY
Base $57.83Fringe $33.70
+23 more occupation rates in this WD

Description

GENERAL LEGAL SERVICES MASSDOT AND MBTA

Advisory bid range

Pricing and bid posture

medium confidence
$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.

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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
$3,508,452,282
Sector total $3,508,452,282 • Share 100.0%
Live
Median
$350,000
P10–P90
$32,556$3,256,200
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%($3,508,452,282)
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

A practical, capture-style breakdown of fit, requirements, risks, and next steps.

Updated: Feb 17, 2026
Client-ready brief
Executive summary
medium confidencegpt 4o mini

The opportunity involves providing general legal services for MassDOT and MBTA. The response deadline for proposals is April 4, 2028, indicating a long lead time for preparation. With the set-aside status as SBPP Eligible, this presents a significant opportunity for small businesses to participate in this bidding process.

General Legal ServicesMassDOTMBTAGovernment SolicitationSBPP Eligible
What the buyer is trying to do

The buyer seeks qualified vendors to provide comprehensive legal services to support the needs of MassDOT and MBTA.

Who should pursue this
  • Small businesses with expertise in transportation law
  • Law firms with previous experience working with government agencies
  • Firms that meet SBPP eligibility criteria
Work breakdown
  • Review existing legal frameworks and agreements for compliance and updates
  • Provide legal advice on transportation law-related matters
  • Assist in drafting contracts and legal documents
  • Represent MassDOT and MBTA in administrative hearings and court proceedings
  • Offer training and guidance on legal compliance for staff
Response package checklist
  • Complete the technical proposal detailing legal service capabilities
  • Provide evidence of SBPP eligibility
  • Submit resumes of key personnel proposed for the contract
  • Include past performance references from similar contracts
  • Attach the necessary compliance certifications
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
  • Ensure that all submitted materials meet SBPP eligibility requirements
  • Verify that all team members meet required legal qualifications
Pricing strategy
  • Consider competitive pricing while ensuring adequate coverage of legal services
  • Assess the pricing structures of competitors to inform bid strategies
Teaming and subs
  • Identify local law firms that can support specialized areas of legal expertise
  • Explore partnerships with firms that have prior government contract experience
Risks and watchouts
  • Potential for changes in procurement regulations during the bid period
  • Risk of disqualification based on compliance failures
  • Competition from larger firms with more resources
Smart questions to ask
  • What are the specific legal challenges currently faced by MassDOT and MBTA?
  • Are there any preferred subcontractors or teaming arrangements that the agency favors?
  • What metrics will be used to evaluate proposals?
Source coverage notes

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  • No specific budget or pricing guidelines provided
  • No detailed scope of work beyond general legal services
  • Lack of information on previous contracts or performance metrics
  • No past vendor performance evaluations shared
  • Insufficient detail on MassDOT and MBTA's legal needs
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