LRMP T3 Cromwell_T-2443-0150 - RFP Book 0 2026-07-15.pdf

This RFP Book is a Design-Build Contract solicitation issued by the Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) for the Cromwell Maintenance and Storage Facility (MSF) Modernization Project, located at 7390 Baltimore Annapolis Blvd, Glen Burnie, MD. The project encompasses comprehensive design and construction of improvements to accommodate the anticipated purchase of new Low Floor Light Rail Vehicles (LFLRVs), facilitate the transition from the current High Floor Light Rail Vehicle (HFLRV) fleet, and support transitioning, training, testing, commissioning, and maintenance activities for the new LFLRVs. This contract is part of the Light Rail Master Plan (LRMP) Tranche 3 initiative. The RFP book, dated July 15, 2026, establishes the framework for design-build submissions and outlines technical requirements, performance standards, and evaluation criteria for facility modernization improvements necessary to support the new vehicle fleet operations.

The solicitation establishes comprehensive requirements for design and construction services with detailed specifications for facility modifications to support LFLRV operations. The RFP includes provisions for contractor qualifications, design standards, construction sequencing considerations, and coordination requirements with existing facility operations. Bidders are required to submit integrated design-build proposals demonstrating their capability to manage both design and construction phases. The contract structure requires adherence to applicable Maryland and federal regulations, prevailing wage requirements, and quality assurance standards. Funding for this project is derived from the Light Rail Master Plan capital improvement program, with the modernization facility serving as critical infrastructure to support the transition to the new Low Floor Light Rail Vehicle fleet.