Best fit for this contractDavis-Bacon
MA20260011 (Rev 0)Match signal: state matchOpen WD
Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Franklin
Rate
Base $44.36Fringe $36.63
Rate
Base $50.62Fringe $28.82
+55 more occupation rates available in the full WD.
IFB 2026-8 Operations and Maint of Kenwood Water
Solicitation: Not available
Notice ID: ma_commbuys_0b6b74f41aacce34cc6a
NAICS • 83, 10, 15Department • Town of DracutAgency • DTH001 - Town HallState • MAPosted • —Due • Feb 18, 2026, 11:00 AM UTC• Expired
Federal opportunity from DTH001 - Town Hall • Town of Dracut. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: Feb 18, 2026. Industry: NAICS 83, 10, 15.
Market snapshot
Baseline awarded-market signal across all contracting (sample of 400 recent awards; refreshed periodically).
12-month awarded value
$7,216,052,645
Sector total $7,216,052,645 • Share 100.0%
Live
Median
$244,661
P10–P90
$30,957–$1,422,150
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%($7,216,052,645)
Deal sizing
$244,661 median
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Live POP
Place of performance
Ann Vandal 62 Arlington Street Dracut, MA 01826 US Email: boconnor@dracutma.gov Phone: (978) 770-2584 FAX: (978) 454-7924
State: MA
Contracting office
Not listed
Applicable Wage Determinations
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Davis-BaconBest fitstate match
MA20260011 (Rev 0)Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Franklin
Rate
Base $44.36Fringe $36.63
Rate
Base $50.62Fringe $28.82
Rate
Base $50.81Fringe $32.27
+54 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match
MA20260016 (Rev 0)Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Berkshire
Rate
Base $57.83Fringe $33.70
Rate
Base $57.18Fringe $33.70
Rate
Base $42.88Fringe $31.04
+22 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match
MA20260020 (Rev 0)Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Hampshire
Rate
Base $57.83Fringe $33.70
Rate
Base $57.18Fringe $33.70
Rate
Base $42.88Fringe $31.04
+21 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match
MA20260013 (Rev 0)Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Worcester
Rate
Base $49.10Fringe $36.63
Rate
Base $49.32Fringe $35.26
Rate
Base $64.52Fringe $37.51
+14 more occupation rates in this WD
Point of Contact
Not available
Agency & Office
Department
Town of Dracut
Agency
DTH001 - Town Hall
Subagency
DTH001 - Town Hall
Office
Barbara O'Connor
Contracting Office Address
Not available
Description
In accordance with M.G.L. c. 30B, the Town of Dracut is seeking sealed bids from qualified vendors for Kenwood Water Operations and Maintenance services. Bids are solicited for the period from March 15, 2026, through March 14, 2027, with the option to renew for each of the succeeding two years. Operators must be direct employees.
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BidPulsar Analysis
A practical, capture-style breakdown of fit, requirements, risks, and next steps.
Updated: Feb 16, 2026
Client-ready brief
Executive summary
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The Town of Dracut is soliciting bids for Kenwood Water Operations and Maintenance services under IFB 2026-8. This contract spans from March 15, 2026, to March 14, 2027, with the potential for two additional annual renewals. Qualified vendors must ensure that operators are direct employees, emphasizing the need for local expertise and stability in service delivery.
Water OperationsMaintenance ServicesDirect EmploymentM.G.L. c. 30BTown of Dracut
What the buyer is trying to do
The Town of Dracut intends to secure qualified vendors for ongoing operations and maintenance of Kenwood Water, ensuring reliable service and compliance with local regulations.
Who should pursue this
- Vendors with experience in water system operations
- Firms with a local presence and workforce
- Companies familiar with M.G.L. c. 30B regulations
Work breakdown
- Bid submission and compliance with M.G.L. c. 30B
- Operations and maintenance of Kenwood Water system
- Staffing with direct employees only
- Potential for contract renewals for two additional years
Response package checklist
- Completed bid form
- Documentation of prior water system operation experience
- Staffing plan to demonstrate direct employment of operators
- Certifications of compliance with M.G.L. c. 30B
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
- Adherence to M.G.L. c. 30B is mandatory
- Operators must be direct employees
Pricing strategy
- Consider competitive pricing for local contracts
- Factor in costs for staffing and potential renewals
Teaming and subs
- Consider partnerships with local labor unions or trade schools for staffing
- Explore opportunities with firms specializing in water services for sub-contracting
Risks and watchouts
- Risk of non-compliance with state regulations
- Potential competition from local vendors
- Uncertainty regarding the availability of skilled labor for direct hires
Smart questions to ask
- What specific qualifications are preferred for the direct employees?
- Are there existing service level expectations or performance metrics?
- What local regulatory challenges should be anticipated?
Source coverage notes
Some notices publish limited source detail. Confirm these points before final bid/no-bid decisions.
- No posted date provided
- No solicitation number available
- No specific agency contacts are listed
- Missing detailed performance requirements
- Lack of information on existing service contracts
- No attachments or resource links for further details
- Absence of information on previous contracts or vendors
- No description about available budget
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