Supply of Bulk Rock Salt and Liquid Brine Solution

The City of Frederick is requesting construction bids for Carroll Creek Stream Restoration under IFB-27-11 (CIP# 350007), with bids due October 16, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. M/WBE participation goals of 31% Minority Business Enterprise, 11% Women Business Enterprise, and 2% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business apply; bidders must submit a completed M/WBE Participation Form demonstrating goal achievement or documented good faith efforts. A local preference policy applies to City of Frederick businesses of up to 10% of the lowest quote, not to exceed $100,000.

The scope includes tree planting, grading, landscaping, installation of rock sills, riffles/pools, and stream stabilization measures along Carroll Creek west of Monocacy Boulevard, plus associated erosion and sediment control. The contractor is responsible for construction materials testing, inspections, and providing inspection reports to the City as required by permit. The City provides construction stakeout survey controls and as-builts only; the contractor prepares record documents identifying construction changes.

Work must be completed within 180 days from Notice to Proceed, with a mandatory two-year guarantee period from final acceptance. Liquidated damages are assessed at $500 per calendar day beyond substantial completion. Bidding is on a lump sum and unit price basis; actual payment is based on quantities performed, with all scheduled quantities considered approximate.

A bid bond equal to 5% of the bid price is required at submission. Upon award, the contractor must provide a 100% Performance Bond and 100% Labor and Materialmen's Bond within 10 working days, and a two-year Maintenance Bond prior to final acceptance. Questions are due September 30, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. through the City's OpenGov Portal. Site visits are encouraged. The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to negotiate with the apparent recommended vendor if cost exceeds available funds.