Pre-Bid RSVP.docx

This is a Pre-Bid Conference Response Form for the Maryland Aviation Administration's Invitation for Bids (IFB) MAA-CO-26-022, Wilson Point Stormwater Management Improvements at Martin State Airport. The project involves construction of a storm drain conveyance system with a new outfall into Dark Head Cove, including 30-inch, 48-inch, and 38-inch by 60-inch wide elliptical reinforced concrete pipe, inlets, precast manholes, and bulkhead outfall installation. The scope encompasses approximately 2,315 linear feet of reinforced concrete pipe in various diameters, site stabilization and restoration across 11,640 square yards, pavement rehabilitation, erosion and sediment control, and tree clearing across 57 bid line items. A mandatory pre-bid conference was held July 22, 2026 via Microsoft Teams at 11:00 a.m., with RSVP required by 11:00 a.m. on July 21, 2026. Sealed bids are due August 20, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. via eMaryland Marketplace Advantage. No site inspection will be conducted. The project is structured in seven phases with Phase 1 anticipated to begin July 2027, with a total contract duration of 220 calendar days and completion extended through summer 2028 due to winter/spring utility relocation shutdowns.

The minimum contract value is $419,000, comprising fixed allowances of $314,000 for miscellaneous construction, $100,000 for utility relocation, and $5,000 for security services. This is a federally funded project with no set-asides or Disadvantaged Business Enterprise participation goals. Federal compliance requirements include Davis-Bacon prevailing wage rates, FHWA Form 1273 contract provisions, Buy American certification, 50% contractor self-performance requirement, and performance and payment bonds equal to contract price. Bid bonds of 5% are required for bids exceeding $100,000. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, subject to Maryland Board of Public Works approval. Liquidated damages are assessed at $1,800 per calendar day for failure to meet phase or overall project completion deadlines. Designated subcontractors are required for certain systems including Building Automation, paging, security access, video surveillance, fire alarm, and gate security systems.