Commercial carpet contract for OOTS building at the State Highway Administration’s Hanover Complex

The Maryland State Highway Administration (SHA) is seeking a commercial carpet contract for the OOTS building located at its Hanover Complex through a Small Business Reserve procurement. The project involves comprehensive carpet replacement across three offices and an open hall area on the second floor directors' area, totaling 2,835 square feet. Specific project requirements include complete removal of existing carpet, floor preparation, and installation of new 24"x24" commercial grade carpet tiles. A pre-bid conference is scheduled for May 19, 2025, at 10:00 AM, with final bids due on June 2, 2025, by 12:00 noon at the SHA offices located at 7491 Connelley Drive in Hanover, Maryland. The procurement will be conducted under COMAR 21.05.07 Small Procurement Regulations for contracts valued under $25,000, with a nominal $500 allocation for supplies. Bidders must complete the provided Contract Bid Form and Small Business Contract Affidavit to demonstrate compliance and eligibility.

This procurement is specifically designated as a Small Business Reserve contract, which means only businesses meeting Maryland's strict state certification requirements are eligible to participate. Vendors must meet specific employee count and gross sales limitations across various operational categories to qualify. The small business certification serves as the primary qualification criterion, effectively restricting participation to certified small businesses within the state. While no specific award value is explicitly stated, the contract appears to be a relatively small-scale project focused on localized carpet replacement at the SHA's Hanover Complex. The procurement process emphasizes local economic development by providing opportunities for small businesses to compete for state government contracts. Vendors interested in bidding must carefully review the documentation to ensure they meet all certification requirements and can successfully execute the carpet replacement project within the specified parameters.