TAMILLA404-V2 Milling on MD 404 alternate in Talbot County

The Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) State Highway Administration (SHA) Easton Maintenance Facility is soliciting bids for a contractor to provide a front-loading milling machine with an operator for pavement reconstruction on Maryland Route 404 alternate in Talbot County. The project specifically requires milling existing pavement to a depth of at least 2 inches, with a minimum 6.5-foot single pass capability, covering approximately one mile each way between Old Queen Anne Highway (between Lewistown Road and Cordova Road). The procurement is structured as a direct contract with no subcontracting allowed, and the State Highway Administration will provide the Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA) for the project. The contract opportunity is posted with a bid posting date of May 8, 2025, and a firm submission deadline of May 12, 2025. Potential bidders must carefully review the attached documentation, including the Sample Contract template and W-9 form, which outline the specific requirements and tax reporting obligations for the project.

The contract opportunity does not explicitly indicate any specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged business enterprises. The solicitation appears to be open to qualified contractors with the necessary equipment and capabilities to perform the specified milling work. While no specific budget range is detailed in the provided documentation, the procurement is classified under small procurement procedures with a threshold of $100,000 or less, as indicated in the sample contract template. The contract will be executed through the Maryland State Highway Administration, with the work confined to the specified section of Route 404 in Talbot County. Contractors interested in bidding must demonstrate technical proficiency with front-loading milling equipment, the ability to mill to the required depth and width specifications, and compliance with all Maryland Department of Transportation procurement guidelines and contractual requirements.