Boiler Room Heat Pump Replacement at Maryland Correctional Institution - Jessup

The Maryland Department of Public Safety & Correctional Services is seeking bids for the Boiler Room Heat Pump Replacement project at the Maryland Correctional Institution - Jessup (MCIJ), located at 7803 Maryland House of Corrections Rd. The procurement, identified as solicitation BPM051330, is an Invitation for Bid (IFB) to remove a failed heating water pump and replace it with an equivalent new pump, including three valves, flex connections, hardware, and associated materials. The project requires a contractor to complete the work within 30 work days from the notice to proceed, with all work performed during normal work hours of 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for June 4, 2025, at 10:00 am, and sealed bids are due on June 18, 2025, at 2:00 pm. Contractors must maintain a current active State of Maryland Master Electrician License and comply with local, state, and federal codes and regulations. The successful bidder will be expected to provide commercial general liability insurance of $1 million per occurrence and workers' compensation insurance, while adhering to the strict security protocols of a correctional facility environment.

This procurement is designated as a Small Business Reserve (SBR) procurement, which means only certified small businesses are eligible to bid on the project. The contract will be awarded to the most favorable responsive bid from a responsible small business, with a potential price preference of up to 5% (or more for veteran-owned or disabled veteran-owned small businesses) compared to non-small business bids. While specific budget details are not explicitly stated, the procurement involves a specialized infrastructure replacement project within a correctional facility. Potential bidders must be prepared to navigate the complex requirements of working within a secure institutional setting, including potential background checks, security clearances, and strict operational guidelines. The unique nature of the project, combined with the small business set-aside designation, suggests an opportunity for qualified small businesses with experience in mechanical systems replacement and institutional infrastructure projects.