Elkton Library Renovation and Expansion

Cecil County Public Library is requesting sealed bids from qualified general contractors for renovation and expansion of the Elkton Branch Library, with bids due August 26, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. and a pre-bid meeting held August 12, 2026. The project is subject to Maryland Prevailing Wage Law, a mandatory compliance requirement.

The scope encompasses complete renovation of the existing building at 301 Newark Avenue, Elkton, Maryland, including targeted structural work on the east and west wings with expanded window openings in exterior load-bearing masonry walls; installation of a new clerestory across the center roof system between existing courtyards; enclosure of approximately 3,000 square feet of north and south courtyards; a new entry canopy; and site work covering grading, utility improvements, stormwater management, and landscape and hardscape improvements. Three allowances are incorporated: Signage ($50,000), Roof Sheathing ($10,000), and Waterproofing Patch/Repair ($10,000). Unit pricing is required if allowances are exceeded. Coordination drawings and BIM model submission are required contingent upon execution of a Digital Data Licensing Agreement.

The estimated trade cost is approximately $7.4 million. Contract award is anticipated September 4, 2026, with notice to proceed September 18, 2026, and construction commencement September 21, 2026, through January 21, 2028 (16 months), followed by owner move-in and FF&E installation through March 17, 2028, targeting public opening in late March 2028.

Bid security is 5% of the bid amount; performance and payment bonds are each 100% of contract price, due within ten days of award. General liability insurance must be $2,000,000 annual aggregate with $1,000,000 per occurrence; automobile liability $1,000,000 combined single limit; statutory workers' compensation; and $1,000,000 professional liability. A two-year workmanship warranty is required. Liquidated damages are $500 per work day for schedule failure. Payment terms are net 30 upon receipt of approved invoices. Questions were due August 17, 2026. Addendum No. 3, issued August 24, 2026, revised electrical lighting fixture types and fire alarm system configuration.