Best fit for this contractDavis-Bacon
MA20260023 (Rev 0)Match signal: state matchOpen WD
Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Plymouth
Rate
Base $50.10Fringe $31.45
Rate
Base $57.83Fringe $33.70
+24 more occupation rates available in the full WD.
Town of Stow INVITATION FOR BID ON CALL ELECTRICIAN FOR MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS
Solicitation: Not available
Notice ID: ma_commbuys_f08f85c78d318b3c8259
Department • Town of StowAgency • TOSSO - Town of Stow - Selectmen's OfficeState • MAPosted • —Due • May 12, 2026, 03:00 PM UTC• Closes in 23 days
Federal opportunity from TOSSO - Town of Stow - Selectmen's Office • Town of Stow. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: May 12, 2026.
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Market snapshot
Baseline awarded-market signal across all contracting (sample of 400 recent awards; refreshed periodically).
12-month awarded value
$2,717,892,559
Sector total $2,717,892,559 • Share 100.0%
Live
Median
$324,687
P10–P90
$42,300–$2,156,671
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%($2,717,892,559)
Deal sizing
$324,687 median
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Place of performance
Denise Dembkoski 380 Great Road Town Building Stow, MA 01775 US Email: townadministrator@stow-ma.gov Phone: (978) 897-2927
State: MA
Contracting office
Not listed
Applicable Wage Determinations
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Davis-BaconBest fitstate match
MA20260023 (Rev 0)Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Plymouth
Rate
Base $50.10Fringe $31.45
Rate
Base $57.83Fringe $33.70
Rate
Base $57.18Fringe $33.70
+23 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match
MA20260025 (Rev 0)Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Worcester
Rate
Base $50.10Fringe $31.45
Rate
Base $66.17Fringe $37.08
Rate
Base $57.83Fringe $33.70
+23 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
MA20260007 (Rev 0)Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Franklin
Rate
Base $43.33Fringe $27.82
Rate
Base $42.88Fringe $31.04
Rate
Base $42.88Fringe $31.04
+8 more occupation rates in this WD
Point of Contact
Not available
Agency & Office
Department
Town of Stow
Agency
TOSSO - Town of Stow - Selectmen's Office
Subagency
TOSSO - Town of Stow - Selectmen's Office
Office
Denise Dembkoski
Contracting Office Address
Not available
Description
Town of Stow INVITATION FOR BID ON CALL ELECTRICIAN FOR MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS
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BidPulsar Analysis
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Updated: Apr 16, 2026
Client-ready brief
Executive summary
medium confidencegpt 5.2
The Town of Stow (TOSSO - Town of Stow - Selectmen's Office) has issued an Invitation for Bid for an on-call electrician to perform maintenance and repairs. The notice is titled “Town of Stow INVITATION FOR BID ON CALL ELECTRICIAN FOR MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS.” Bids are due by 2026-05-12 15:00 UTC. The brief contains no attachments, scope details, service locations, or pricing structure, so bidders should promptly request the full IFB package and submission instructions.
Town of StowSelectmen's OfficeInvitation for BidIFBon-call electricianelectrical maintenanceelectrical repairsmunicipal electrician
What the buyer is trying to do
Establish an on-call electrical service provider to handle maintenance and repair work for the Town of Stow on an as-needed basis, via an IFB process managed through the Selectmen's Office.
Who should pursue this
- Licensed electrical contractors able to provide on-call maintenance and repair services for a municipality (Town of Stow)
- Firms with capacity to respond to service calls and perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting/repairs
Work breakdown
- On-call electrical maintenance services (as requested by the Town of Stow)
- Electrical repair services (as requested by the Town of Stow)
- Dispatch/response capability to town service calls (on-call arrangement implied by title)
- Coordination with Town of Stow point(s) of contact for service requests and completion (implied by on-call maintenance/repairs)
Response package checklist
- Completed bid submission per the Town of Stow IFB (format and forms not provided in brief)
- Pricing/rate schedule as required by the IFB (structure not provided in brief)
- Evidence of required electrical licensure/certifications (specifics not provided in brief)
- Proof of insurance meeting Town requirements (limits not provided in brief)
- Signed acknowledgements/addenda, if any (not provided in brief)
- Submission method and delivery confirmation meeting the bid deadline: 2026-05-12 15:00 UTC
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
- Hard deadline provided: 2026-05-12 15:00 UTC; confirm local time interpretation and submission method in the full IFB
- Notice provides no solicitation number, attachments, or link to the bid packet; obtain the official IFB documents from the Town of Stow/CommBuys posting before bidding
- No set-aside or NAICS/PSC is listed in the brief; do not claim applicability without seeing the IFB terms
Pricing strategy
- Given “on call electrician” framing, expect the IFB may request hourly labor rates (regular/after-hours), trip/dispatch charges, and standard markups on materials; confirm in the IFB
- Avoid underpricing emergency/after-hours response if the IFB includes it; ensure any premium rates are clearly stated and compliant with the bid form
- If the IFB allows it, propose clear rate card(s) with defined terms (minimum hours, response tiers) to reduce change disputes—only if consistent with the bid forms
Teaming and subs
- If allowed by the IFB, consider a backup electrician/subcontract arrangement to ensure on-call coverage during peak periods and absences
- If the Town requires specialized work (not stated), line up specialty support (e.g., generators, fire alarm interfaces) only after reviewing the IFB scope
Risks and watchouts
- Scope ambiguity: the brief includes only the title; the actual facilities, expected volume, and service hours are unknown and could materially affect pricing and staffing
- Submission risk: no submission instructions, forms, or attachments are provided; missing a required form/addendum is a common IFB disqualifier
- Performance risk: on-call expectations may include after-hours/emergency response; inability to meet response times could lead to penalties or termination (confirm in IFB)
- Commercial risk: if the Town expects fixed pricing for common tasks, a simple hourly rate card may be noncompetitive—confirm evaluation and pricing format
Smart questions to ask
- Can you provide the full IFB package (bid forms, scope, submission instructions) for “ON CALL ELECTRICIAN FOR MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS” and confirm where/how to submit?
- What are the required response times and coverage hours for on-call service (business hours only vs. 24/7/emergency)?
- What Town of Stow facilities/locations are included in the on-call arrangement, and are there any excluded facilities?
- What pricing format is required (hourly rates, unit prices, fixed fees, material markups), and are after-hours rates allowed?
- What is the contract term/period of performance and are renewals/extensions contemplated?
- Are there mandatory site visits, pre-bid meetings, or required certifications/registrations beyond electrician licensure?
- What insurance limits, bonding (if any), and prevailing wage requirements (if any) apply?
Source coverage notes
Some notices publish limited source detail. Confirm these points before final bid/no-bid decisions.
- Full IFB documents/attachments and submission instructions
- Contract term/period of performance
- Place(s) of performance/facilities covered
- Required service hours and response times (on-call coverage details)
- Pricing format and evaluation/award criteria
- Licensing, insurance, bonding, and any wage requirements
- Solicitation number and notice type as used by the issuing system
- Buyer website/contact information for Q&A and addenda
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