Piping and Recirculation Pump Repair in Central Kitchen Area

Clifton T. Perkins Hospital Center (Maryland Department of Health) is requesting bids on piping and recirculation pump repair services in the central kitchen dietary area under RFB BPM057647, with bids due July 23, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. through eMMA and public bid opening on July 24, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. via Google Meet. This is a Small Business Reserve Procurement restricted to businesses certified by the Governor's Office of Small, Minority & Women Business Affairs.

The scope includes ceiling access and restoration, piping and insulation repair, recirculation pump replacement, roof drain pitch pocket repair, and debris cleanup and disposal. Work requires coordination with on-site contractors and facility approval before initiating any service disruptions, including water or electrical system shutdowns. The contractor must furnish all labor, materials, and equipment; obtain necessary permits and utility markings; and provide a minimum two-year parts and labor warranty. Contractor personnel must comply with facility security protocols, including badge display, background checks, and adherence to construction guidelines that establish patient safety requirements, tool and material security, smoke-free and drug-free environment, confidentiality, and professional conduct standards.

Minimum qualifications include Maryland Board mechanical licensing at journeyman or master level with HVACR certification, or Maryland Board of Plumbing licensing, plus at least three professional references documenting three years of relevant experience within the last five years. Commercial General Liability insurance and Workers' Compensation insurance of $1 million per occurrence are required.

The contract is fixed-price with a three-month base period and no option periods, commencing upon award and continuing until completion. The maximum contract value is $50,000 for the entire term. No federal funding is involved. Bid pricing is submitted by line item (ceiling access and restoration, piping and insulation repair, pump replacement, roof drain pitch pocket repair) with all costs fully loaded. A mandatory pre-bid conference and site visit occur July 7, 2026 from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., requiring pre-registration by July 2. Written questions are due July 15, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. Addendum 1 (posted July 21) changes the bid opening format to Google Meet virtual.