Absorbent “W” Hydrocarbon Absorbing Material

The Maryland Office of State Procurement, on behalf of the Maryland Department of the Environment's Emergency Response Division, is issuing an Invitation for Bids (IFB) to obtain a statewide source of supply for Absorbent "W" Hydrocarbon Absorbing Material. The purpose of this procurement is to establish a fixed-price contract for a three-year term with two one-year renewal options. Bidders must provide detailed product specifications and certifications demonstrating compliance with the technical requirements outlined in the IFB. The contract will be awarded by lot, with bidders required to bid on all line items. Bids must be submitted electronically through eMaryland Marketplace Advantage by June 14, 2024.

There is no Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) or Veteran-Owned Small Business (VSBE) subcontracting goal for this procurement, but the State encourages participation by certified MBE firms. Bidders may be eligible for a small business price preference if they hold a valid certification from the Office of State Procurement. The contract will be funded through the Maryland Department of the Environment's budget, and pricing adjustments may be permitted annually based on the Consumer Price Index. The State may award one-time or multiple contracts to the lowest responsive and responsible Bidder(s), with no listed incumbent vendors or current contractors.