Airfield Lighting and Cable Rehabilitation at BWI

The Maryland Aviation Administration (MAA) is seeking a contractor for the Airfield Lighting and Cable Rehabilitation project at Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport, located in Anne Arundel County. Contract MAA-CO-25-012 involves comprehensive airfield infrastructure upgrades, specifically the removal and replacement of old airfield cables, existing incandescent taxiway light fixtures with LED light fixtures, and associated electrical infrastructure components. The project requires specialized electrical work, including cable removal and installation across approximately 150,000-225,500 linear feet, replacement of 625-1,100 light fixtures, installation of 1,100 connector kits, and 75 manhole repairs. The total contract duration is 197 consecutive calendar days, with a 90-day mobilization period, and bidders must comply with all applicable codes, plans, and contract documents. The bid solicitation was posted on May 23, 2025, with bids due on June 26, 2025, at 1:00 PM via the eMMA.maryland.gov electronic procurement system. A pre-bid conference is scheduled for May 30, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. via Microsoft Teams, with interested parties required to submit an RSVP by May 29, 2025.

The contract includes a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation goal of 18%, with contractors required to demonstrate compliance and a self-performance goal of 50%. Bidders must provide a bid guaranty of 5% of the total bid price and will be subject to liquidated damages of $1,500 per calendar day for project delays. The total contract value includes a $450,000 miscellaneous construction allowance, which will be used at the Maryland Aviation Administration's discretion for specific work. The project is federally funded, incorporating both Airport Improvement Program (AIP) and non-AIP components, and requires adherence to federal regulations including Davis-Bacon Act wage rates, Buy American requirements, and FAA guidelines. Contractors must also provide certifications for tax compliance, disclose any felony convictions, and address potential conflicts of interest. The contract's spending authority is subject to fiscal year appropriations and approval by the Maryland Board of Public Works, with funding flexibility to address future maintenance and expansion needs related to passenger count growth and facility usage.