Chain Link Fence Replacement

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is seeking a qualified contractor to replace the chain link fence at the Mt. Nebo Wildlife Management Area (WMA) Maintenance Facility located at 1728 Kings Run Road in Oakland, Garrett County. This procurement is specifically for a comprehensive fence replacement project that requires the contractor to provide all necessary labor, equipment, materials, supplies, and insurance to remove the existing chain link and barbed wire fencing and install new chain link fencing and gates. The project is classified as a Class B contract with a projected value between $100,000 and $500,000, and requires completion within 120 calendar days from the notice to proceed. A mandatory pre-bid conference and site visit is scheduled for Tuesday, June 3, 2025, at 10:30 AM, with final bids due on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at 2:00 PM. Evaluation will focus on selecting the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with bid prices remaining firm for 90 calendar days from the bid opening date. The solicitation requires electronic submission through the eMaryland Marketplace Advantage (eMMA) platform and includes liquidated damages of $350 per calendar day for project delays.

The contract is designated as a small business reserve procurement, meaning only Certified Small Businesses are eligible to bid. There are no specific Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) or Veteran-Owned Small Business Enterprise (VSBE) participation goals for this project. Bidders must provide comprehensive documentation, including a Bid Response Packet, Bid/Proposal Affidavit, Bid Bond, and other required attachments demonstrating compliance with state regulations. Special qualifications include being an approved Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) licensed marine contractor. Performance and Payment Bonds are mandatory for contracts exceeding $100,000, and contractors must maintain a drug and alcohol-free workplace throughout the contract period. The bid response package includes two alternate bids beyond the base fence replacement: one for a black top gravel lot and another for a concrete pole building floor, which may provide additional scope and potential value to the overall project. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the project classification and scope suggest a potential contract value between $100,000 and $500,000.