Snow and Ice Removal for DES

Harford County Department of Procurement is requesting bids for snow and ice removal services at five Department of Emergency Services locations throughout Harford County, Maryland, with bids due July 22, 2026 at 1:00 PM EST via the Euna Procurement portal. Questions are due June 30, 2026 at 1:00 PM EST.

The scope covers plowing and salting of parking lots at the Ady Road Complex, Hazmat/TRT Station, North Harford EMS Station, Radio Shop, and Belcamp/Riverside Fire Station, plus application of magnesium chloride with color enhancer to sidewalks, walkable areas, steps, and ramps. The Contractor provides operators, labor, fuel, and all equipment; Harford County supplies bulk rock salt and bagged magnesium chloride. A minimum two-hour charge applies per mobilization event, with hourly billing thereafter. The Contractor is responsible for all property damages and must complete repairs within seven days at no cost to the County.

The contract term runs October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027, with the County holding an exclusive option to extend for three additional one-year periods at the same terms and prices. Pricing is fixed for the first year; renewal price adjustments requested 90 days in advance may not exceed the Consumer Price Index (CPI-U) or 3 percent, whichever is lower.

Bidders must be registered with the State of Maryland and in good standing with Harford County with no outstanding taxes or fees. No bid deposit or bonding is required. Award is to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on price, quality and performance, conformity to specifications, delivery time, previous performance, vendor location, and references.

Commercial General Liability insurance of $2 million general aggregate, Commercial Auto Liability of $1 million, Workers' Compensation per statutory requirements, and Commercial Umbrella Coverage of $1 million are required. Estimated quantities are approximate; payment is made only for actual services rendered at unit prices submitted.