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Town of Franklin

IFB-Pine St. and Beech St. Waterline Improvements Project

Solicitation: Not available
Notice ID: ma_commbuys_ebd3067607431a9919af
NAICS 72, 14, 11DepartmentTown of FranklinAgencyCPO001 - Town of Franklin Purchasing DepartmentStateMAPostedDueMar 20, 2026, 09:00 AM UTCExpired

Federal opportunity from CPO001 - Town of Franklin Purchasing Department • Town of Franklin. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: Mar 20, 2026. Industry: NAICS 72, 14, 11.

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12-month awarded value
$2,706,841,172
Sector total $2,706,841,172 • Share 100.0%
Live
Median
$318,072
P10–P90
$42,300$2,065,904
Volatility
Volatile200%
Market composition
NAICS share of sector
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100.0%
share
Momentum (last 3 vs prior 3 buckets)
+100%($2,706,841,172)
Deal sizing
$318,072 median
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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
MA20260023 (Rev 0)
Match signal: state matchOpen WD
Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Plymouth
Rate
CARPENTER (Includes Form Work)
Base $50.10Fringe $31.45
Rate
POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR Group 1
Base $57.83Fringe $33.70
+24 more occupation rates available in the full WD.
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3 more WD matches and 24 more rate previews.
Davis-BaconBest fitstate match
MA20260023 (Rev 0)
Open WD
Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Plymouth
Rate
CARPENTER (Includes Form Work)
Base $50.10Fringe $31.45
Rate
POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR Group 1
Base $57.83Fringe $33.70
Rate
Group 2
Base $57.18Fringe $33.70
+23 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
Davis-Baconstate match
MA20260014 (Rev 0)
Open WD
Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Dukes, Nantucket
Rate
CARPENTER
Base $43.33Fringe $27.82
Rate
POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR (1) Backhoe/Excavator/Trackhoe
Base $42.88Fringe $31.04
Rate
A (1) Loader
Base $42.88Fringe $31.04
+6 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. 30 section 39m, the Town of Franklin wishes to retain the services of a construction firm for the purposes of constructing approximately 5,550 feet of waterline improvements along Pine Street and Beech Street within the Town of Franklin. The proposed work on Pine Street will represent the base bid and the proposed work on Beech Street will be evaluated as an additive alternate. Bid Documents are available from the Town website: https://franklinma.gov/bids.aspx

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Updated: Mar 04, 2026
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Executive summary
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The Town of Franklin is seeking a construction firm to execute waterline improvements along Pine and Beech Streets, totaling approximately 5,550 feet. The project includes a base bid for Pine Street and an additive alternate for Beech Street. Interested bidders can obtain bid documents from the Town's website.

waterline improvementsconstruction bidmunicipal infrastructurePine StreetBeech Street
What the buyer is trying to do

The Town of Franklin aims to enhance its water infrastructure by constructing new waterline improvements along specified streets, focusing first on Pine Street as the base bid and considering Beech Street as an optional upgrade.

Who should pursue this
  • Construction firms with experience in utility infrastructure projects
  • Local contractors familiar with municipal regulations
Work breakdown
  • Construction of 5,550 feet of waterline improvements
  • Completion of base bid work on Pine Street
  • Optional additive alternate work on Beech Street
Response package checklist
  • Completed bid proposal form
  • Detailed project plan and timeline
  • Qualifications and experience documentation
  • Cost estimate for both base and alternate bids
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
  • Must comply with MGL c. 30, section 39m statutory requirements
  • Ensure all work meets local water quality standards
Pricing strategy
  • Consider competitive pricing for both the base and additive alternate bids
  • Factor in local labor and material costs for accuracy
Teaming and subs
  • Possible collaboration with subcontractors specializing in water management systems
  • Engage local suppliers for materials to bolster community involvement
Risks and watchouts
  • Potential delays in obtaining permits or approvals
  • Environmental impact assessments may be required
Smart questions to ask
  • What is the estimated timeline for project approval after bid submission?
  • Are there existing utility conflicts that bidders should be aware of?
Source coverage notes

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  • Specific bid proposal form requirements
  • Details on the evaluation criteria for the additive alternate
  • Any pre-bid meeting information
  • Clarification on permit requirements
  • Current utility plans for the project area

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