Maryland Correctional Pre-Release System Generator Replacement

The Maryland Environmental Service is requesting competitive sealed bids to remove and replace a standby generator system at the Maryland Correctional Pre-Release System facility in Jessup, Anne Arundel County, with bids due September 15, 2026, and a mandatory site visit on August 26, 2026.

The scope encompasses full removal of the existing standby generator, automatic transfer switch, fuel source, and associated electrical and mechanical components; installation of a new Level 1-rated diesel standby generator with not less than 40 kilowatts capacity; a sub-base mounted double-wall UL 142 fuel tank with minimum 270-gallon capacity supporting 72 hours of operation; an automatic transfer switch compatible with the existing 208/120V three-phase four-wire system; a manual transfer switch and generator docking station; fuel tank monitoring system; remote annunciators; and remote emergency-stop switch. The contractor must furnish all labor, supervision, materials, equipment, tools, demolition, removal, disposal, permits, startup, testing, training, and documentation to deliver a complete, code-compliant, fully operational system.

Bid bonds of 5 percent of the base bid and performance and payment bonds each in 100 percent of contract value are required. Liquidated damages of $350 per calendar day apply for work completion beyond the 210 working-day completion window. The contractor must hold an active Maryland business registration, Maryland Master Electrician license, Anne Arundel County electrical license, applicable gas fitter/plumbing/propane certifications, and manufacturer authorization and factory training for the proposed generator. Demonstrated experience with at least three similar generator and automatic transfer switch projects completed within the past five years is required. The contractor must provide twelve months of full-maintenance service following final acceptance at no additional cost. MBE firms are encouraged to respond, but there is no minimum participation goal. Questions are due September 8, 2026, at 1:00 PM. Electronic submission through the MES Procurement Portal is mandatory.