Exterior Repairs to Gittings Baldwin Springhouse at Gunpowder Falls State Park

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is soliciting sealed bids for exterior repairs to the Gittings Baldwin Springhouse at Gunpowder Falls State Park in Baldwin, Maryland (Solicitation #BPM055495), with bids due April 2, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. This procurement is restricted to certified Small Business Enterprises (SBE) under Maryland's Small Business Reserve program — the central eligibility filter.

The scope encompasses all labor, materials, equipment, tools, and insurance necessary to complete interior and exterior renovations of the springhouse located at 13717 Baldwin Mill Road, Baldwin, Maryland 21013. The project manual establishes detailed technical specifications, material requirements, and construction methodologies; drip edges and flashing shall be copper. Bidders must hold an approved Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) license as a marine contractor and a valid construction firm license. Work must be completed within 60 calendar days from Notice to Proceed, with liquidated damages assessed at $120.00 per calendar day for non-completion. The prime contractor must perform a minimum of 90% of work with its own employee workforce, with no more than 10% subcontracted; however, Q&A clarification indicates DNR does not mandate 90–100% self-performance, though contractors should follow guidelines to ensure proper completion. A unit-price component covers an estimated 20 stones of similar color and style for replacement.

The project is classified as Class A (up to $100,000), with no MBE or VSBE subcontractor participation goals required. No bid bond is required, but no retainage provisions apply. Bid prices must remain firm for 120 calendar days from bid opening. An electronic transaction fee of 1% of contract value must be included in the bidder's price and remitted within 45 days of payment. Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.

A pre-bid conference is scheduled for March 18, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at 21843 National Pike, Boonsboro, Maryland 21111. ADA accommodation requests are due to the Procurement Officer by March 11 at 4:00 p.m. Written questions are due March 20, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. Successful bidders must provide certificates of insurance and a current W-9 within 10 days of Intent to Award notification.