DNR Hydrographic Operations- Buoys

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources, Fishing and Boating Services, Hydrographic Operations Division is soliciting competitive bids through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for the procurement of 250 Taylor Made marker buoys (MFG #46104, 49" X 10" Sur-Mark Marker Buoy with Orange Marking Tape, No Labels). All goods must be new and unused with standard manufacturer warranty documentation provided, and delivery must be completed by July 31, 2026 to the DNR Hydrographic Division at 303 Marine Academy Drive, Stevensville, Maryland 21666. Bidders must have been in business for a minimum of one year, maintain commercial general liability insurance of $1,000,000 combined single limit and $2,000,000 annual aggregate, maintain Workers' Compensation insurance of at least $1,000,000 per occurrence, and be registered with the Maryland Department of Assessments and Taxation in good standing. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive bid from a responsible bidder on a firm-fixed-price basis with no renewal options, and all work is guaranteed for one year from the date of completed delivery. The deadline for submitting questions is May 8, 2026 at 5:00 PM EST, with bid closing on May 13, 2026 at 5:00 PM EST; bids must be submitted through eMaryland Marketplace Advantage (eMMA) with all delivery and shipping fees included in the total bid price, and no substitutions will be accepted. No informational conference or site visit is being offered.

This procurement is designated for small business preference under COMAR 21.11.01.05, with preference awards available if non-small business bids exceed the small business bid by more than 5 percent; however, the procurement is not federally funded and does not qualify for small business reserve set-asides. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the solicitation documents. Bidders must submit invoices that include the contractor's federal employer identification number or Social Security number and the Purchase Order number, with payment to be made within 30 days of receipt of a proper invoice. The state reserves the right to terminate the contract for non-appropriation, convenience, or default, and all materials must comply with applicable federal and Maryland occupational safety and health standards. No specific budget range or award value is listed in the solicitation.