Trimble Road Water Main Extension Contract No. W-60

Allegany County Commissioners is requesting bids for the Trimble Road Water Main Extension Contract No. W-60, a water infrastructure project near Mt. Savage, Maryland, with bids due September 9, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. at the Allegany County Commissioners office in Cumberland.

The scope comprises replacing approximately 3,200 linear feet of waterline (3-inch and 2-inch HDPE pipe totaling 3,050 linear feet), constructing one booster station, installing 1-inch service polyethylene line, and associated appurtenances including air release and flushing valves, gate valves, water meters, and infrastructure protection (casing under scenic railroad, trench and driveway stone, asphalt patching and overlay). The contract includes 20 bid items covering mobilization, tie-ins to existing mains and services, erosion and sediment control, and traffic control. Addendum No. 2, posted September 1, 2026, revises the HDPE Pipe Trench Pay Width to 18 inches on sheet 7; this revision supersedes prior contract documents.

Contractors must submit a bid bond equal to five percent of the total bid amount and execute performance and payment bonds upon award. Contract completion is required within 75 consecutive calendar days from Notice to Proceed, with liquidated damages assessed at $150 per calendar day for delays. A five percent retainage will be withheld from all progress payments, with potential reduction at the Owner's discretion upon substantial completion. Bids must include all applicable sales tax and fees; the lowest responsive and responsible overall bid across all 20 items is the basis for award.

A pre-bid meeting was held August 19, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. at the Allegany County Office Complex. The Allegany County Department of Public Works serves as the Engineer. Bidders must acknowledge receipt of Addendum No. 2 via email to adam.patterson@alleganygov.org or include acknowledgment with their bid package.