Agency Corrosion Control

The Maryland Department of Transportation Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) has issued Invitation for Bid (IFB) T-2407-0150 for an Agency Corrosion Control contract covering MTA Bus Facilities, Baltimore METRO, and Central Light Rail Line (CLRL) systems. The procurement seeks a qualified contractor to perform comprehensive verification and maintenance testing of corrosion control systems, including specific tasks such as testing rail-to-earth resistances, analyzing test results, providing corrosion control designs, troubleshooting, and repairing corrosion control systems through individual task orders. The contract duration is five years, with a pre-bid conference scheduled for June 10, 2025, at 10:00 AM via Microsoft Teams, followed by a site visit at 2:00 PM the same day. Bids are due by 2:00 PM on July 10, 2025, with a virtual public bid opening at 2:30 PM. Contractors will be required to perform work using unit pricing for specific tasks like track circuit testing, troubleshooting, corrosion design, and track cleaning, with the expectation of technical expertise in corrosion control systems and infrastructure maintenance.

The contract includes a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) participation goal, requiring the contractor to perform at least 50% of the work using their own organization. An Owner Controlled Insurance Program (OCIP) will provide workers' compensation, general liability, and excess liability coverage for contractors and subcontractors. Bidders must submit various mandatory forms, including a Bid/Proposal Affidavit, Minority Business Enterprise forms, and a Bid Bond. While the total estimated contract value is not explicitly stated, the bid form includes line items for testing, inspections, and miscellaneous work, suggesting a potentially significant contract opportunity. The procurement is state-funded and specifically targets Baltimore City, indicating a localized infrastructure improvement initiative. Prospective bidders will need to demonstrate technical capabilities in corrosion control systems, electrical infrastructure testing, and maintenance, with a strong emphasis on local business participation and minority enterprise engagement.