IFB 2026-32 agriculture deer fencing installation

Howard County, Maryland is issuing Invitation for Bid (IFB) 2026-32 for agriculture deer fencing installation services. This procurement seeks qualified contractors to provide deer fencing installation services, likely to protect agricultural operations and crops from deer damage. The solicitation was posted on April 16, 2026, with a submission deadline of May 13, 2026. Interested vendors must submit their bids by the May 13, 2026 due date, and any changes to this deadline will be posted on the Howard County procurement website. Detailed solicitation documents and submission requirements are available through the Howard County Department of Procurement and Contract Administration website at https://www.howardcountymd.gov/procurement-contract-administration under the Current Solicitations section. Specific details regarding deliverables, scope of work, technical specifications, qualifications required of bidders, and evaluation criteria should be reviewed in the complete solicitation documents available through that portal.

The solicitation documents available on the Howard County website will contain information regarding any set-aside designations, such as minority-owned business enterprises (MBE), women-owned business enterprises (WBE), or other disadvantaged enterprise preferences that may apply to this procurement. Details concerning the current incumbent vendor, if one exists, as well as any specific budget allocation or estimated award value for this deer fencing installation project, should be referenced in the complete IFB documentation. Prospective bidders are encouraged to review all solicitation materials thoroughly and contact the Howard County Procurement and Contract Administration office with any questions or requests for clarification prior to the May 13, 2026 deadline.