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Town of Arlington

26-23 Crack Sealing Services - Various Locations

Solicitation: Not available
Notice ID: ma_commbuys_871f6b6bae145455b203
NAICS • 72, 14, 10Department • Town of ArlingtonAgency • ARL03 - Manager's OfficeState • MAPosted • —Due • Apr 09, 2026, 02:00 PM UTC• Expired

Federal opportunity from ARL03 - Manager's Office • Town of Arlington. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: Apr 09, 2026. Industry: NAICS 72, 14, 10.

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12-month awarded value
$1,921,315,933
Sector total $1,921,315,933 • Share 100.0%
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$177,914
P10–P90
$30,453–$902,196
Volatility
Volatile200%
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NAICS share of sector
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100.0%
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Momentum (last 3 vs prior 3 buckets)
+100%($1,921,315,933)
Deal sizing
$177,914 median
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Place of performance
Mary Ellen De Natale 730 Massachusetts Ave Town Hall Annex, 2nd Floor Arlington, MA 02476 US Email: mdenatale@town.arlington.ma.us Phone: (781) 316-3003
State: MA
Contracting office
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Applicable Wage Determinations

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Best fit for this contractDavis-Bacon
MA20260003 (Rev 0)
Match signal: state matchOpen WD
Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Berkshire, Franklin, Hampden +1
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
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BOILERMAKER
Base $50.62Fringe $28.82
+61 more occupation rates available in the full WD.
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Davis-BaconBest fitstate match
MA20260003 (Rev 0)
Open WD
Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Berkshire, Franklin, Hampden +1
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
+60 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match
MA20260004 (Rev 0)
Open WD
Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Barnstable, Berkshire, Bristol +8
Rate
Bricklayer, Plasterer, Stonemason
Base $62.40Fringe $34.40
Rate
Bricklayer, Plasterers, Stonemasons, Tile Layers
Base $50.81Fringe $32.27
Rate
BRICKLAYER
Base $62.40Fringe $34.40
+43 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match
MA20260016 (Rev 0)
Open WD
Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Berkshire
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
+22 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match
MA20260020 (Rev 0)
Open WD
Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Hampshire
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

Point of Contact

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Agency & Office

Department
Town of Arlington
Agency
ARL03 - Manager's Office
Subagency
ARL03 - Manager's Office
Office
Mary Ellen DeNatale
Contracting Office Address
Not available

Description

26-23 Crack Sealing Services - Various Locations. Bid documents available via electronic download from www.arlingtonma.gov/purchasing. Work consists in general of crack sealing of bituminous concrete pavement on various roadways.

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Updated: Mar 30, 2026
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ARL03 - Manager's Office is seeking bids for “26-23 Crack Sealing Services - Various Locations,” with bid documents available for electronic download from www.arlingtonma.gov/purchasing. The work consists generally of crack sealing of bituminous concrete pavement on various roadways. Responses are due 2026-04-09T14:00:00+00:00. The opportunity appears straightforward for roadway maintenance contractors with proven crack sealing capabilities and the ability to mobilize across multiple locations.

crack sealingbituminous concrete pavementasphalt pavement maintenanceroadway crack sealmunicipal roadway maintenancevarious locationsArlington MA purchasing
What the buyer is trying to do

Procure a contractor to perform crack sealing on bituminous (asphalt) concrete pavement across various roadway locations (multiple sites), likely as a maintenance activity to extend pavement life and reduce water intrusion and deterioration.

Who should pursue this
  • Pavement maintenance contractors experienced in crack sealing of bituminous concrete roadways (multi-location municipal work).
  • Firms that already own/operate crack sealing equipment and can efficiently mobilize between various roadway locations.
  • Contractors with municipal roadway traffic control experience (or an established traffic control subcontractor relationship).
Work breakdown
  • Download and review bid documents from www.arlingtonma.gov/purchasing (scope, quantities, specs, traffic control, insurance, bid forms).
  • Pre-bid due diligence: confirm “various locations” list, access constraints, hours-of-work, and any phasing/traffic restrictions (per bid docs).
  • Mobilize crack sealing crew and equipment suitable for bituminous concrete pavements across multiple roadway segments.
  • Perform crack sealing on designated roadways (cleaning/routing if required by spec, sealing material placement, finishing).
  • Implement and maintain traffic control and public safety measures at each work site (as required by bid documents).
  • Coordinate scheduling with the town/agency for multiple locations and minimize disruption.
  • Quality control and closeout documentation per bid documents (daily logs, location completion sign-off, material certifications if required).
Response package checklist
  • Signed bid/proposal form(s) from the Arlington purchasing bid documents.
  • Acknowledgment of any addenda (if issued).
  • Pricing schedule (unit prices/lump sum as required by the bid documents).
  • Contractor qualifications relevant to crack sealing of bituminous concrete pavement (project list, references) if requested in the bid documents.
  • Required bonding and insurance submissions if specified in the bid documents (confirm requirements in downloaded package).
  • Schedule/availability and approach for completing “various locations” work if the bid documents request it.
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
  • Bid documents must be obtained and followed from www.arlingtonma.gov/purchasing; ensure all required forms and certifications in that package are included.
  • Meet the stated response deadline: 2026-04-09T14:00:00+00:00.
Pricing strategy
  • Given “various locations,” validate whether pricing is per linear foot, per ton, per lane-mile, or lump sum—structure internal estimate to handle multiple mobilizations and small work areas efficiently.
  • Build a clear assumption set around surface preparation (cleaning, routing), material type, and traffic control scope—then align to what the bid documents actually require.
  • If the bid allows alternates or multiple award lines by roadway, consider pricing that avoids excessive mobilization premiums while protecting margins for dispersed work.
Teaming and subs
  • Traffic control subcontractor (if your firm does not self-perform) to cover multi-location roadway safety setups.
  • Material supplier support for crack sealant (confirm required product/specs in bid documents).
Risks and watchouts
  • Scope ambiguity: “various locations” and quantities are not provided in the notice; risk of underestimating mobilizations, traffic control, and production rates without the location list.
  • Specification risk: crack sealing method/material requirements (hot-applied vs other, routing depth/width, cleaning standards) are unknown until bid docs are reviewed.
  • Schedule constraints risk: hours-of-work, coordination requirements, and sequencing across roadways may affect productivity and cost.
  • Administrative compliance risk: missing a required form/addendum from the Arlington purchasing package could render the bid non-responsive.
Smart questions to ask
  • Where is the list/map of “various locations,” and are quantities provided by roadway segment (e.g., estimated linear feet of cracks)?
  • What crack sealing specification applies (material type, routing required, cleaning method, temperature/weather constraints, cure/open-to-traffic requirements)?
  • What traffic control requirements apply at each site (MUTCD details, police details if any, allowable work hours, lane closure restrictions)?
  • Is pricing required as unit price (e.g., linear foot) or lump sum, and how will measured quantities be verified/paid?
  • Are there specific schedule windows or completion deadlines for the roadway set, and can work be performed nights/weekends if needed?
  • Are there any restrictions on work sequencing or coordination with other roadway projects in the same locations?
Source coverage notes

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

  • Bid document details (location list/quantities, specs, pricing form, bonding/insurance requirements, submission instructions) not included in the notice text.
  • Place of performance details (specific roadway locations) not provided.
  • Solicitation number, notice type, posted date, and period of performance are not provided.
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