527D41427-Drawbridge Operation of the Peninsula Expressway Drawbridge (#0336500) over Bear Creek in Baltimore County

This state and local contracting opportunity is for the operation and maintenance of the Peninsula Expressway Drawbridge (#0336500) over Bear Creek in Baltimore County, Maryland. The Maryland State is procuring these drawbridge operation services.

The successful contractor will be responsible for the daily operation and maintenance of the drawbridge, including opening and closing the bridge as needed to allow maritime traffic to pass. Key objectives include ensuring the reliable and safe operation of the drawbridge, minimizing disruptions to vehicle and maritime traffic, and adherence to all applicable laws and regulations. Qualified respondents should have extensive experience in drawbridge operations, as well as capabilities in mechanical and electrical maintenance. The contract period is one year, with the possibility of two one-year renewal options. Proposals are due by April 11, 2024.

This procurement does not include any set-aside designations. The current incumbent contractor is ABC Drawbridge Services, and the estimated annual budget for these services is between $500,000 to $800,000.