Somers Cove Marina - Marine Fuel Pumps Replacement

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking a contractor to remove and replace marine fuel dispensers at Somers Cove Marina, located at 715 Broadway in Crisfield, Somerset County. This procurement is classified as a "B" contract with a solicitation number of BPM050622, targeting a comprehensive marine infrastructure upgrade. The project requires the successful bidder to provide all necessary labor, equipment, materials, supplies, and insurance to complete the fuel pump replacement. A pre-bid conference is scheduled for April 16, 2025, at 10:00 AM at the project site, with electronic bids due through the eMaryland Marketplace Advantage (eMMA) platform by April 30, 2025, at 2:00 PM. The contract mandates a 120-calendar day completion timeline, with liquidated damages of $150 per calendar day for late completion. Bidders must submit comprehensive documentation, including bid/proposal affidavits, bid bonds, and comply with prevailing wage rate requirements.

The solicitation has established 0% participation goals for minority business enterprises (MBE) and veteran-owned small business enterprises (VSBE), indicating no specific set-aside requirements for these categories. Contractors must complete a Prime Contractor List of Subcontractors, documenting all subcontractor details, regardless of their socioeconomic status. The project requires an electronic transaction fee of 1% of the total contract amount, with an estimated contract value between $100,000 and $500,000. Bidders must demonstrate compliance with state regulations, including business registration, financial disclosure, and maintaining a drug and alcohol-free workplace. The contract requires monthly reporting of paid and unpaid invoices, with a final report due at contract closeout. Prospective bidders must be prepared to provide comprehensive documentation of their business credentials, technical capabilities, and ability to meet the project's specific marine fuel pump replacement requirements.