Pre-Bid RSVP.docx

This is a Pre-Bid Conference Response Form for the Maryland Aviation Administration's sealed bid solicitation MAA-CO-26-022 for 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, encompassing approximately 2,315 linear feet of reinforced concrete pipe (RCP) in various diameters (8-inch through 48-inch), inlets, precast manholes, bulkhead outfall installation, site stabilization across 11,640 square yards, and pavement rehabilitation. The scope spans 57 bid line items organized into seven phases, with Phase 1 anticipated to begin July 2027 following seasonal restrictions and a winter/spring shutdown for utility relocation, and Phases 2-7 resuming summer 2028. The total contract duration is 220 calendar days. A pre-bid conference was held via Microsoft Teams on July 22, 2026 at 11:00 a.m., with RSVP responses required by 11:00 a.m. on July 21, 2026, directed to the Procurement Officer at jreese2@bwiairport.com. Written questions were due July 30, 2026, and sealed bids were due August 20, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. via eMaryland Marketplace Advantage (eMMA). No site inspection was conducted.

The project has a minimum contract value of $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 DBE participation goals (0%). Federal compliance requirements include Davis-Bacon prevailing wage rates, FHWA Form 1273 contract provisions, Buy American certification, a 50% contractor self-performance requirement, and performance and payment bonds equal to the contract price. Bid bonds of 5% are required for bids exceeding $100,000. Temporary construction items may not exceed 3% of Subtotal A; mobilization/demobilization may not exceed 5% of Subtotal B; and construction quality control plans must be at least 3% of applicable subtotals. Liquidated damages are $1,800 per calendar day for failure to meet phase or overall project completion deadlines. All personnel must possess valid government-issued ID, complete airfield movement area training, and comply with airport access protocols. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, subject to Maryland Board of Public Works approval and fiscal year appropriations.