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Town of Franklin

IFB - On-Call Plumbing

Solicitation: Not available
Notice ID: ma_commbuys_5bcfa27da66bc785b501
NAICS 72, 10, 23DepartmentTown of FranklinAgencyCPO001 - Town of Franklin Purchasing DepartmentStateMAPostedDueMar 06, 2026, 10:15 AM UTCExpired

Federal opportunity from CPO001 - Town of Franklin Purchasing Department • Town of Franklin. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: Mar 06, 2026. Industry: NAICS 72, 10, 23.

Market snapshot

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

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
A simple concentration signal, not a forecast.
100.0%
share
Momentum (last 3 vs prior 3 buckets)
+100%($7,205,695,420)
Deal sizing
$96,720 median
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Signals shown are descriptive of observed awards; not a forecast.

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Place of performance
Pam Vickery 355 East Central Street Franklin, MA 02038 US Email: pvickery@franklinma.gov Phone: (508) 520-4866 FAX: (508) 541-5253
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
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.
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
Town of Franklin
Agency
CPO001 - Town of Franklin Purchasing Department
Subagency
CPO001 - Town of Franklin Purchasing Department
Office
Pamela Vickery
Contracting Office Address
Not available

Description

In accordance with MGL c. 149, it is the intention of the Town of Franklin to retain the services of a plumbing firm for a multi-year contract, subject to annual appropriation, providing on-call plumbing services at various town and school buildings within the Town of Franklin. Bids must include a Certificate of Eligibility in Plumbing with the latest revised Commonwealth of Massachusetts DCAMM Update Statement.

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BidPulsar Analysis

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Updated: Feb 17, 2026
Client-ready brief
Executive summary
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The Town of Franklin seeks to establish a multi-year contract for on-call plumbing services, as outlined in MGL c. 149. The selected plumbing firm will provide services for various town and school buildings, with bids due by March 6, 2026. All submissions must include a Certificate of Eligibility in Plumbing and the latest DCAMM Update Statement.

plumbing servicesOn-call plumbingTown of FranklinMGL c. 149Certificate of Eligibility
What the buyer is trying to do

The Town of Franklin aims to retain a plumbing firm for ongoing, on-demand plumbing services across multiple town and school facilities.

Who should pursue this
  • Established plumbing firms with experience in municipal contracts
  • Companies eligible with a Certificate of Eligibility in Plumbing
Work breakdown
  • Bid evaluation based on the compliance with the Certificate of Eligibility requirement
  • Service delivery at various buildings as needed
  • Adherence to Massachusetts General Laws (MGL) concerning public construction
Response package checklist
  • Completed bid proposal
  • Certificate of Eligibility in Plumbing
  • DCAMM Update Statement
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
  • Compliance with MGL c. 149 is mandatory
  • Bids must include relevant certifications to be considered compliant
Pricing strategy
  • Consider competitive pricing based on local plumbing market rates
  • Factor in potential annual appropriations that may affect long-term pricing
Teaming and subs
  • Subcontract with local plumbing suppliers for materials
  • Partner with compliance consultants if necessary for regulatory requirements
Risks and watchouts
  • Potential delays in approval due to annual appropriations
  • Market fluctuations affecting plumbing material costs
Smart questions to ask
  • What is the anticipated workload for the on-call services?
  • Are there specific performance metrics that will be evaluated?
Source coverage notes

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

  • No specific agency contact person provided for inquiries
  • Absence of specific performance metrics for evaluation
  • Lack of detailed budget information for the project
  • No information on prior plumbing service use and requirements
  • Details on contract renewal terms are missing

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