Kent Ave to N. Oak Utility and Road Improvement Project

The Town of La Plata, Maryland, is requesting sealed bids for the Kent Ave to N. Oak Utility and Road Improvement Project, with bids due September 24, 2026, and a pre-bid meeting scheduled for September 2 at La Plata Town Hall.

The scope encompasses removal, disposal, and replacement of approximately 700 linear feet of 18-inch single-walled stormwater drainage pipe from 200 Kent Ave to 100 N. Oak Ave; replacement of five stormwater inlet boxes and installation of two new manhole junction boxes; identification and replacement of local water service lines and connections for Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) compliance from 200 Kent Ave to 600 Charles Street; milling and paving of N. Oak Ave from Kent Ave to Route 6; repair, replacement, and/or installation of sidewalks, curbs, and gutters within the project area; and preparation of as-built documentation for water, sewer, and stormwater infrastructure. The Town will supply single-walled plastic replacement pipe; the contractor must provide heat-fusion services for pipe sections.

Contractors must demonstrate five years of experience providing similar services and maintain valid licensing and certification under all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Required submittals include company background, narrative of relevant qualifications, work plan and timeline, management plan and technical approach, three project references, detailed fee schedule with hourly rates, and proof of Workers' Compensation, Commercial Auto Liability, Commercial General Liability, and Umbrella/Access Liability insurance.

The contract term is one year from the Notice to Proceed date, with an option to extend for three additional one-year periods under the same terms and conditions; automatic renewal occurs unless either party provides ninety days' notice of non-renewal. All prices are firm for the initial one-year period; thereafter, contractors may request annual price increases at least thirty days prior to renewal commencement, subject to Town approval. Payment is made within thirty calendar days of receipt and approval of invoices. All work must be completed in FY 2027. Written questions are due September 9, 2026, with answers provided by September 16. The Town anticipates notification of intent to award by October 8, 2026. The Town reserves the right to award to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder or reject any and all submissions.