HVAC Demolition and Installation Services – Replacement of Gas-Fired Duct Heaters and Associated Systems

The Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services is requesting bids on HVAC demolition and installation services at the Jessup Regional Maintenance Building in Jessup, Maryland under IFB BPM054844, with bids due January 20, 2026 and a mandatory site visit on January 14. This is a Small Business Reserve procurement limited to certified small businesses, with preference for minority and veteran-owned business enterprises.

The scope covers removal and replacement of three existing gas-fired duct heaters and associated systems, including installation of new gas furnaces with 100,000 BTU heating and 4-ton AC cooling capacity per unit; ductwork fabrication and wrapping; electrical and gas line connections; system startup; and comprehensive staff training. The contractor must hold a valid Maryland HVAC Contractor License at Journeyman level minimum and a Maryland Natural Gas Fitter License (Journeyman or Master as required), with a minimum bonding requirement of $1 million for the contract duration.

Work must be performed during state working hours (Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., excluding state holidays) over a four-week contract term from notice to proceed. The contract carries a two-year warranty on all parts and labor. Award will be made on a firm fixed-price basis to the lowest responsive bid. All contractor personnel entering the facility are subject to criminal background checks, security screening, and inventory control of tools and equipment.

Written questions are due January 15, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. Advance notification for the January 14 site visit is required by January 13. Inquiries should be directed to Procurement Officer Rudi Rheams at 443-467-2235 or rudi.rheams@maryland.gov. Bids are submitted through the eMaryland Marketplace Advantage portal.