From commercial developments in Boston to public works across the Commonwealth, Massachusetts construction projects are governed by rigorous payment and lien statutes. MyCrewTracker provides Massachusetts contractors with a centralized cloud platform to organize critical documentation, track daily progress, and secure their right to payment.
Massachusetts Prompt Pay Act
Cash flow delays on large private projects are strictly regulated in Massachusetts. Under M.G.L. c. 149, § 29E, Massachusetts Prompt Pay: For private contracts with an original value of $3 million or more, periodic payment applications must generally be approved or rejected within 15 days of submission. If approved, payment must generally be made within 45 days after approval.
To enforce these rights, contractors must maintain flawless documentation of when payment applications were submitted. MyCrewTracker offers a secure cloud repository where Massachusetts contractors can organize dated payment applications, formal communications, and approvals to prove statutory compliance.
Massachusetts Mechanics Lien (Notice of Contract)
Securing lien rights in Massachusetts requires meticulous adherence to statutory timelines. Under M.G.L. c. 254, § 4, subcontractors must generally record a Notice of Contract by the earliest of: 60 days after the filing of a Notice of Substantial Completion, 90 days after the filing of a Notice of Termination, or 90 days after the last day a person entitled to enforce a lien under section 2 or any person claiming by, through or under him performed or furnished labor or materials.
Because the 90-day deadline can hinge on the last day of work, establishing exactly when work concluded is critical. MyCrewTracker assists Massachusetts contractors by using Daily Reports to establish a verifiable, date-stamped record of job site activities, ensuring your back office has the accurate dates needed to manage lien claim protections.
How MyCrewTracker Supports Massachusetts Contractors
- Quick Docs: Securely archive subcontracts, payment applications, and Notice of Contract records.
- Daily Reports: Document daily manpower, site conditions, and delays from any mobile device.
- RFI & Change Order Tracking: Keep a clear, accessible record of client approvals and Change Orders to ensure you get paid for out-of-scope work.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions in Massachusetts
What is the Massachusetts Prompt Pay Act?
Under M.G.L. c. 149, § 29E, for private projects over $3 million, payment applications must generally be approved or rejected within 15 days, and if approved, payment must generally be made within 45 days. Strict documentation of submission dates is highly recommended.
When must a subcontractor record a Notice of Contract in Massachusetts?
Under M.G.L. c. 254, § 4, a Notice of Contract must generally be recorded by the earliest of: 60 days after a Notice of Substantial Completion, 90 days after a Notice of Termination, or 90 days after the last furnishing of labor or materials.
Can MyCrewTracker legally enforce a Massachusetts mechanics lien?
No. MyCrewTracker is a document management and project organization platform. It helps you accurately track your last day of work and securely store your payment applications, but you must consult a Massachusetts construction attorney to enforce a mechanics lien.
Official Legal Sources
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Prompt Pay Act M.G.L. c. 149, § 29E
Massachusetts private project Prompt Pay — 15 days to approve/reject, 45 days to pay after approval (for contracts over $3 million).
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Mechanics Lien / Notice of Contract M.G.L. c. 254, § 4
Massachusetts Notice of Contract deadlines — generally 90 days after the last furnishing of labor or materials.
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