KEFURN27R Furnace Replacement at SHA Chestertown

The Maryland Department of Transportation, State Highway Administration (MDOT SHA) is requesting bids for oil furnace replacement at SHA Chestertown Shop on the Eastern Shore under IFB KEFURN27R, with bids due August 14, 2026 at 1:00 PM via eMMA and a public bid opening the same day via Microsoft Teams. The core eligibility filter is a requirement that bidders have a minimum of five years of experience in furnace replacement work and that 50% or more of labor be performed by the bidder and/or W-2 employees; limited subcontracting is permitted only for specialty trades such as electrical work, and independent contractors cannot be used for the entire project.

The scope encompasses inspection of existing systems, safe disconnection and removal of an existing Jackson Church ceiling-hung oil furnace, installation of a new 350,000 BTU oil furnace with 6,000 CFM capacity and 81% steady-state efficiency, ductwork and oil supply line connections, electrical connections, comprehensive testing and commissioning, and provision of workmanship and manufacturer warranties. All costs for removal, replacement, and labor are consolidated into a single lump-sum bid line item.

The contract duration is two months and is firm fixed price. Workers' Compensation insurance with a minimum of $100,000 per occurrence is required. No MBE, DBE, or VSBE subcontracting goals apply. No federal funding is involved. Bidders must register with the State Department of Assessments and Taxation and submit a Conflict of Interest Affidavit and Disclosure. An optional site visit is available at 615 Morgnec Road, Chestertown, Maryland 21620, by contacting Harold T. Jones at 410-778-0818 between 7:00 AM and 3:00 PM. Questions are due August 13, 2026 at 1:00 PM. The award will be made to the responsible bidder submitting the lowest responsive bid price under Competitive Sealed Bidding.