Centreville Commissioner's Bullet Resistant Barriers

The Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) in Maryland has issued a Small Procurement solicitation (No. K25-0092-75C) for bullet resistant barrier installation at the Centreville District Court Commissioner's Office in Queen Anne's County. The project requires a contractor to install level III bullet resistant panels under drywall, one ballistic door with hollow metal frames, and two transaction windows with integrated deal trays. Bidders must demonstrate at least three years of experience with similar projects and possess the technical expertise to complete the installation. The work must be performed after business hours (4:30 PM-12:00 AM Monday-Friday) and on weekends (7:00 AM-7:00 PM Saturday-Sunday), with a total project completion timeline of 90 calendar days after receiving the Purchase Order. A mandatory pre-bid conference and site visit are required, and bid submissions must be made electronically through the Procurement Portal. The procurement will include a base bid for the primary scope and an optional add alternate for installing an exterior tinted bullet resistant window, with the AOC intending to make a single award based on both base and alternate bids, subject to available budget.

The procurement encourages participation from Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) and Veteran-owned Small Business Enterprises (VSBE), providing opportunities for diverse contractors to compete. Required insurance specifications include $1 million in Commercial General Liability, Workers Compensation coverage, and Comprehensive Automobile Liability. Bidders must submit comprehensive documentation demonstrating their qualifications, including proof of relevant experience, financial stability, and compliance with state procurement guidelines. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the procurement suggests flexibility in awarding the contract based on the base bid and potential add alternate, contingent on available funding. The AOC's approach indicates a preference for comprehensive solutions that meet the security requirements of the Centreville District Court Commissioner's Office while maintaining openness to competitive and diverse bidding from qualified contractors.