Lumber

The Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services/Maryland Correctional Enterprises (DPSCS/MCE) is soliciting bids to procure Lumber for a period of one (1) year with a one (1) year renewal option. The Lumber will be delivered to the Maryland Correctional Enterprises facilities in Jessup, Westover, and Cumberland, Maryland. The estimated quantities represent an anticipated combined need for the one (1) year period. Bids are due on June 15, 2022 at 12PM local time, with a public bid opening at 2PM the same day. The Invitation for Bids (IFB) outlines the pricing and delivery terms for the Lumber, which must be delivered FOB destination with no freight or additional charges allowed. Pricing shall remain firm for 90 days and a 30-day notice is required for any proposed price increases, which MCE reserves the right to accept or reject.

This procurement does not have any Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) or Veteran-Owned Small Business Enterprise (VSBE) participation goals. The IFB does not identify any incumbent vendors or current contractors, and there are no specific technology integration requirements. The total value of the contract has not been disclosed, but the procurement covers the needs of DPSCS/MCE facilities in Allegany County, Howard County, Somerset County, Cumberland City, and Wheaton CDP.