Amendment No. 2.pdf

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TO: All Prospective Bidders

FROM: Maryland Transit Administration

SUBJECT: Addendum No. 2

IFB # OPS-23-005-SR

Bird Droppings Eastern Shop

DATE: February 17, 2023

This Addendum No. 2 is a total of 10 pages to the subject IFB. The following items have been changed:

Item No. 1— Questions Due Date and Time Wednesday February 22, 2023 at 12pm EST

Item No 2 – Bid Due (Closing) Date Time:

Wednesday, March 1, 2023 at 12:00pm EST

Item No 3 – Public Bid Opening Date, Time and Location Wednesday March 1, 2023, 12:30 pm via eMMA Bid Tabulation

Item No 4 – Contraction Duration 2 years

Item No 5 – Responsibilities and Tasks The following has been removed:

2.2.1 Order four (4) (30) yard roll off containers to be delivered onto property for the removal of all trash and discard items.

2.2.2 Contractor to provide 32’ scissor lifts

2.2.3 Install plastic sheeting to wall off bay from adjacent bat to eliminate contamination and limit disruption in work activity of the facility.

2.2.4 Removal all insulation from ceiling and place in on-site dumpsters

2.2.5 Apply neutralizing chemical to all areas with dropping building up and nesting.

2.2.6 Hand wipe surfaces treated with neutralizing chemical

2.2.7 Install Opti gel disc where deemed necessary and will be most effective to deter future bird roosting, nesting, and activity.

2.2.8 Apply neutralizing chemical, hand wipe and clean areas on ground level.

The following has been added:

2.2.1 Install plastic sheeting to wall off bay from adjacent bays to eliminate contamination from spreading while being mitigated and limit disruption in work activity of the facility. Work 1 bay at a time.

2.2.2 Removal all insulation from ceiling and dispose of it appropriately. Cost should be included in bid.

2.2.3 Apply neutralizing chemical (Breakdown bird droppings, sanitize and remove microbes) all areas with dropping stains, building up and nesting.

2.2.4 Hand wipe surfaces treated with neutralizing chemical and dry off ensure there is no residue left.

2.2.5 Install Opti gel disc where deemed necessary (Horizontal Beams 10” apart) where it will be most effective to deter future bird roosting, nesting, and activity. There are 6 beams of 200ft length and 11 beams 80ft long. Opti gel must be replaced every six months for 2 years.

2.2.6 Apply neutralizing chemical, hand wipe and clean areas on ground level.

This addendum also contains answers to bidder questions beginning on page five (5).

This addendum also contains requested figures for viewing, pre-bid notes and attendance as well as site visit attendance (pages 6-10).

The Bidder shall acknowledge receipt of this Addendum by completing and returning this form with the bid submission package.

All other terms and conditions remain unchanged.

Sincerely, Darica Lawson Darica Lawson Procurement Officer Maryland Transit Administration Acknowledgement of receipt of Addendum No.1 to IFB No. 1 OPS-22-031-MT

Vendor Name: ___________________________________________________

Authorized Representative’s Signature Date

Bird Droppings Eastern Shop Solicitation #: OPS-23-005-SR IFB Document

IFB for MDOT MTA Page iii of 62

STATE OF MARYLAND

MARYLAND DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

MARYLAND TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION (MDOT MTA)

KEY INFORMATION SUMMARY SHEET

Invitation for Bids Services – Eastern Shop Bird Droppings

Solicitation Number: OPS-23-005-SR

IFB Issue Date: December 16, 2022

IFB Issuing Office: Maryland Department of Transportation Maryland Transit Administration (MODT MTA or the "Administration")

Procurement Officer: Darica Lawson 6 St. Paul, 7th floor e-mail:

Office Phone:

Dlawson@mdot.maryland.gov 410-767-3763

Bids are to be sent to: Submit Via eMMA

Pre-Bid Conference: January 4, 2023 at 10am via Microsoft Teams See Attachment A instructions.

Site Visit: Wednesday, January 4, 2023 at 10:45am EST

Questions Due Date and Time Wednesday February 22, 2023 at 12pm EST

Bid Due (Closing) Date and Time:

Wednesday, March 1, 2023 at 12:00pm EST Bidders are reminded that a completed Feedback Form is requested if a no-bid decision is made (see page iv).

Public Bid Opening Date, Time and Location

Wednesday March 1, 2023, 12:30 pm via eMMA Bid Tabulation

Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price

Contract Duration: 2 years

Primary Place of Performance:

Baltimore City

SBR Designation: Yes mailto:Dlawson@mdot.maryland.gov

Bird Droppings Eastern Shop Solicitation #: OPS-23-005-SR IFB Document

IFB for MDOT MTA Page 2 of 62

2 Contractor Requirements: Scope of Work

2.1 Summary Statement

2.1.1 The Maryland Department of Transportation Maryland Transit Administration (MDOT MTA or the "Administration") is issuing this Invitation for Bids (IFB) in order to procure the services defined in this Section 2, as specified in this IFB, from a contract between the successful bidder(s) and the Maryland Department of Transportation Maryland Transit Administration (MDOT MTA): To perform pigeon dropping clean up, disinfection and deterrent measures installed.

2.1.2 It is the State’s intention to obtain goods and services, as specified in this IFB, from a Contract between the selected Bidder and the State.

2.1.3 The Administration intends to make a single award for the work under this IFB. See IFB Section

4.9 Award Basis for more Contract award information.

2.1.4 A Bidder, either directly or through its subcontractor(s), must be able to provide all goods and services and meet all of the requirements requested in this solicitation and the successful Bidder (the Contractor) shall remain responsible for Contract performance regardless of subcontractor participation in the work.

2.1.5 State Staff and Roles

2.1.6 Other State Responsibilities

a) The State will provide normal office working facilities and equipment reasonably necessary for Contractor performance under the Contract. Any special requirements (e.g., reprographic services, computer time, key data entry) shall be identified.

b) The State is responsible for providing required information, data, documentation, and test data to facilitate the Contractor’s performance of the work, and will provide such additional assistance and services as is specifically set forth.

2.2 Responsibilities and Tasks

2.2.1 Install plastic sheeting to wall off bay from adjacent bays to eliminate contamination from spreading while being mitigated and limit disruption in work activity of the facility. Work 1 bay at a time.

2.2.2 Removal all insulation from ceiling and dispose of it appropriately. Cost should be included in bid.

2.2.3 Apply neutralizing chemical (Breakdown bird droppings, sanitize and remove microbes) all areas with dropping stains, building up and nesting.

2.2.4 Hand wipe surfaces treated with neutralizing chemical and dry off ensure there is no residue left.

2.2.5 Install Opti gel disc where deemed necessary (Horizontal Beams 10” apart) where it will be most effective to deter future bird roosting, nesting, and activity. There are 6 beams of 200ft length and 11 beams 80ft long. Opti gel must be replaced every six months for 2 years.

2.2.6 Apply neutralizing chemical, hand wipe and clean areas on ground level.

Questions for OPS-23-005-SR

Questions Answers

How big is the area you are requesting for remediation?

Refer to square footage of shop below

What is the depth of cleaning needs to be done? All insulation remover from ceiling, All area from rafters /beams up needs disinfecting and cleaning.

Netting strung from wall to wall just under rafter /beams

Do you have photos of the affected area? yes

Will you be posting pictures from today’s walk through? If not, could another site visit be possible?

Figures 1-3 are provided with Addendum No. 2

What are the work hours? The shop is open 24/7 to authorized personnel.

Work hours are flexible

Will the weekends be open to work? Weekends and evenings are the best times

What is the sf. of the shop? Aprox, 200x80=16,000 sq ft

Figure 1-Droppings Example

Figure 2-Shop, droppings example

Figure 3-Access and ceiling Structure

Prebid Conference Agenda Bird Droppings Eastern Shop OPS-23-005-SR eMMA BPM#034408 *All questions must be submitted in writing for formal and valid answers*

This contract is to perform pigeon dropping clean up, disinfection and deterrent measure installed.

SBR Designation is required and can be found in section 4.29, in regard to size and sales.

Bidders are required to acknowledge all addenda by signing a copy of each addendum cover letter and including it with their bid submission. Do not return immediately after each addendum.

Bids shall be submitted via eMMA In the most recently available round.

Multiple or alternate bids will not be accepted.

The basis of Award shall be to the responsive bidder submitting a responsive Bid with the most favorable Total Bid Price (as referenced in COMAR 21.05.02.13) for providing the services as specified in the IFB.

Commercial general liability, workers comp, automobile/commercial truck and contractors pollution liability. Please see section 3,4 for additional details.

All bidders must complete and include the following documents in their bid: please refer to Section 5.4

Failure to submit these documents as required with bid submission may result in the Procurement Officer deeming the bid as not responsive.

Please note that nothing stated in the pre-bid conference or at the site visit may change the IFB, unless the Procurement Officer issues an addendum.

• Remarks from the project team

• Vendor Participation

Summary The frequency of cleaning needs to be addressed Work will be conducted without prohibiting Operations Netting may not be best option Remediation Structures and access

MARYLAND TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION

PRE-BID CONFERENCE ATTENDANCE

CONTRACT NUMBER: OPS-23-005-SR

CONTRACT TITLE: Bird Droppings Eastern Shop BID DATE/TIME: Wednesday January 4, 2023 @ 10am

CONTACT PERSON NAME OF FIRM TELEPHONE NO. / EMAIL

1 Darica Lawson MDOT/MTA dlawson@mdot.maryland.gov 410-767-3763

2 Rosilyn McCulley MDOT/MTA rmcculley1@mdot.maryland.gov 410-767-3354

3. Adebayo Bello Bellz &Bellz, LLC abello@bbenvir.vom

4. Mariama Secka Bellz &Bellz, LLC msecka@bbenvir.com

5 Aaron Bell A.S.B. 2 Enterprises Inc. Aaronbell241@gmail.com

6 Stephanie Bell A.S.B. 2 Enterprises Inc. Stephaniebell702@gmail.com

7 Ja’ron Bell A.S.B. 2 Enterprises Inc. Bljaron2837@gmail.com

8 Lou Leone Bird Solutions International lou@birdsolutions.com

9 Jose Barreda MDOT/MTA JBarreda@mdot.maryland.gov

10 Mohammad Quraishi MDOT/MTA

11 Ashquinn Gordon T G Enter ashquinngordon@tgenter.com

12 Andrew Nealy MDOT/MTA

13 Lindsey DeBartolomeis AviAway lindsey@aviaway.com

14 Troy Barbour Techs4IT troy.barbour@techs4it.com mailto:dlawson@mdot.maryland.gov mailto:rmcculley1@mdot.maryland.gov mailto:CJohnson13@mdot.maryland.gov mailto:msecka@bbenvir.com mailto:Aaronbell241@gmail.com mailto:Stephaniebell702@gmail.com mailto:Bljaron2837@gmail.com mailto:lou@birdsolutions.com mailto:JBarreda@mdot.maryland.gov mailto:ashquinngordon@tgenter.com mailto:lindsey@aviaway.com mailto:troy.barbour@techs4it.com

MARYLAND TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION

SITE VISIT ATTENDANCE

CONTRACT NUMBER: OPS-23-005-SR

CONTRACT TITLE: Bird Droppings Eastern Shop BID DATE/TIME: Wednesday January 4, 2023 @ 10:45am

CONTACT PERSON NAME OF FIRM TELEPHONE NO. / EMAIL

1 Darica Lawson MDOT/MTA dlawson@mdot.maryland.gov 410-767-3763

2 Mariama Secka Bellz &Bellz, LLC msecka@bbenvir.com

3 Aaron Bell A.S.B. 2 Enterprises Inc. Aaronbell241@gmail.com

4 Ja’ron Bell A.S.B. 2 Enterprises Inc. Bljaron2837@gmail.com

5 Jose Barreda MDOT/MTA JBarreda@mdot.maryland.gov

6 Mohammad Quraishi MDOT/MTA

7 Ashquinn Gordon T G Enterprise ashquinngordon@tgenter.com

8 Richard Gordon T G Enterprise

9 Andrew Nealy MDOT/MTA

10 Troy Barbour Techs4IT troy.barbour@techs4it.com

11 Shlomo Simenowitz Animal Removers shlomo@mdwild.com mailto:dlawson@mdot.maryland.gov mailto:msecka@bbenvir.com mailto:Aaronbell241@gmail.com mailto:Bljaron2837@gmail.com mailto:JBarreda@mdot.maryland.gov mailto:ashquinngordon@tgenter.com mailto:troy.barbour@techs4it.com mailto:shlomo@mdwild.com