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Town of Wellesley

REEDS & DUCK PONDS DREDGING PROJECT

Solicitation: Not available
Notice ID: ma_commbuys_57e47142edb778254f3f
NAICS 30, 12, 00DepartmentTown of WellesleyAgency00400 - Public WorksStateMAPostedDueMar 12, 2026, 12:00 PM UTCExpired

Federal opportunity from 00400 - Public Works • Town of Wellesley. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: Mar 12, 2026. Industry: NAICS 30, 12, 00.

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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Place of performance
Doug Stewart 20 Municipal Way Public Works Engineering Wellesley, MA 02481 US Email: dstewart@wellesleyma.gov Phone: (781) 235-7600 Ext. 3300
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
MA20260004 (Rev 0)
Match signal: state matchOpen 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
+44 more occupation rates available in the full WD.
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Davis-BaconBest fitstate 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
MA20260018 (Rev 0)
Open WD
Published Jan 02, 2026Massachusetts • Essex
Rate
CARPENTER (Includes Form Work)
Base $50.10Fringe $31.45
Rate
ELECTRICIAN
Base $66.17Fringe $37.08
Rate
POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR Group 1
Base $57.83Fringe $33.70
+21 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
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

Not available

Agency & Office

Department
Town of Wellesley
Agency
00400 - Public Works
Subagency
00400 - Public Works
Office
Eilish Corey
Contracting Office Address
Not available

Description

The proposed project involves the proposed temporary drawdown, dewatering and dredging of approximately 1,850 cubic yards (CY) of material from Duck Pond and 2,250 CY of material from Reeds Pond.

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Updated: Mar 03, 2026
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Executive summary
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The REEDS & DUCK PONDS DREDGING PROJECT, issued by the Public Works agency, involves the dredging of approximately 4,100 cubic yards of material, notably 1,850 CY from Duck Pond and 2,250 CY from Reeds Pond. The response deadline for this opportunity is set for March 12, 2026. This project highlights the need for environmental compliance and effective material management during the dredging process.

dredgingenvironmental complianceaquatic managementsediment removal
What the buyer is trying to do

The buyer is seeking qualified contractors to undertake the dredging activities necessary for the environmental management of Duck Pond and Reeds Pond, ensuring the removal of sediment through a temporary drawdown and dewatering process.

Who should pursue this
  • Contractors with experience in aquatic dredging
  • Firms with environmental compliance expertise
  • Companies holding relevant license and insurance
Work breakdown
  • Temporary drawdown of ponds
  • Dewatering of sediments
  • Dredging 1,850 CY from Duck Pond
  • Dredging 2,250 CY from Reeds Pond
Response package checklist
  • Company profile and relevant experience
  • Detailed project approach and methodology
  • Safety and environmental management plan
  • Pricing proposal with itemized costs
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
  • Adherence to environmental regulations regarding dredging
  • Required monitoring and reporting during operations
Pricing strategy
  • Consider costs associated with dewatering and material transport
  • Include potential environmental mitigation fees
Teaming and subs
  • Partnerships with local environmental consultants
  • Subcontracting with specialized dredging equipment providers
Risks and watchouts
  • Environmental impact assessments may delay project
  • Equipment failures could impede timelines
  • Potential for unforeseen sediment composition leading to cost increases
Smart questions to ask
  • What specific environmental regulations apply to this dredging project?
  • Are there previous assessments or studies on sediment quality in the ponds?
  • What are the expected timelines for the drawdown process?
Source coverage notes

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  • Project budget details
  • Specific environmental compliance requirements
  • Contract duration and terms
  • Qualifications required for bidders
  • Potential scheduling conflicts with local regulations
  • Details on sediment disposal methods
  • Any planned public or stakeholder engagement sessions
  • Historical data on sediment composition

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