IFB 27-017 Asphalt Overlay FY27 Phase 1

Cecil County, Maryland is requesting bids on asphalt overlay work spanning three roadways (Carpenters Point Road, Walnut Lane, and Wards Hill Road) under IFB B-27-017, with bids due July 9, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. and an optional pre-proposal meeting on June 23 at 9:30 a.m. via virtual conference.

The scope includes milling of existing asphalt overlay, wedge and level operations, new asphalt overlay application, asphalt joint sealer installation, shoulder backup work, traffic control, and associated completion work. The awarded contractor must complete all work within 21 calendar days from Notice to Proceed; liquidated damages are assessed at $1,500 per workday for delays beyond this deadline. All work must comply with Cecil County Department of Public Works Code and Standard Specifications, Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration Standard Specifications, and OSHA construction standards.

Contractors must submit bids electronically through the OpenGov eProcurement Portal and provide a bid bond or certified check equal to 5 percent of the total base bid. For contracts exceeding $100,000, payment and performance bonds equal to 100 percent of the contract amount are required. Bid prices must remain firm for 180 days from bid opening; unit prices must remain firm for one year from contract commencement.

Insurance requirements include general liability with a $2 million annual aggregate, automobile liability with a $1 million combined single limit, and statutory workers' compensation coverage. A one-year warranty on all work is required. The County reserves the right to award to multiple vendors based on best value determination and may terminate contracts for convenience with ten days' written notice or for default immediately upon breach notification. Contract award is anticipated within 180 days of bid opening. Questions are due July 2, 2026. Cecil County is exempt from Maryland sales and use tax; contractors are responsible for incorporating applicable taxes into their bids.