Addendum 1_VEAPA.pdf

This is Addendum 1 to Invitation for Bids R00B6600195 issued by Maryland's Division of Rehabilitation Services under the Workforce & Technology Center. The addendum adds the Vehicle Equipment Adaptation and Prescription Agreement (VEAPA) form to the solicitation for DORS Client CS #26-05. The solicitation seeks a qualified contractor to furnish and install all adaptive equipment necessary to accommodate an individual with functional limitations due to disabilities, enabling safe vehicle operation. A pre-bid conference is scheduled for June 26, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time via Google Meet, with proposals due July 13, 2026. The contract has an effective date of October 2025 with an initial term and provisions for no-cost extensions of up to one-third of the base term if unspent funds remain available.

Evaluation criteria include price competitiveness, contractor qualifications, and ability to meet the client's specific adaptive needs. Payment will be made within thirty days of invoicing via electronic funds transfer. Liquidated damages are assessed at $29.74 per calendar day for failure to deliver supplies or perform services within the specified timeframe. The contract is funded through federal vocational rehabilitation program funds and subject to Maryland law. Bidders must submit references documenting comparable vehicle adaptation services, a Bidder-Offeror Information Sheet, a contract affidavit, a bid proposal affidavit, and a list of current or prior state contracts from the preceding five years. Standard Maryland compliance requirements apply, including conflict-of-interest certification, nondiscrimination obligations, prompt-pay provisions, and data confidentiality and security obligations. Jeremy Wilson is the Procurement Officer. Vendors must acknowledge receipt of this addendum using the attached acknowledgement form with their submission.