Water Distribution Improvements Phase II

Frederick County, Maryland Office of Procurement & Contracting is requesting bids on Water Distribution Improvements Phase II under IFB #27-121-CP, with bids due October 29, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. and a mandatory site visit required.

The scope encompasses connection of an existing 8-inch waterline on Urbana Pike between Galena Drive and Worthington Boulevard with full street restoration, and installation of a new 10-inch waterline between New Horizon Way and Technology Way along the west side of Urbana Pike. All items shall be restored with bituminous pavement to improve hydraulics in these two areas.

The bid deposit is 5 percent of the total amount bid, acceptable as a certified check, cashier's check, or bid bond issued by a Maryland-licensed insurance company. The successful bidder must provide a fully executed performance bond and payment bond for the full contract amount within ten working days of award notification, issued by a Maryland-licensed surety company. Failure to execute the agreement within ten working days or provide required bonds will result in forfeiture of the bid deposit as liquidated damages and cancellation of the award.

Written inquiries are due Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. A pre-bid conference will be held via Microsoft Teams; attendance is strongly encouraged. Bid submissions will be opened publicly via conference call with prices read aloud. Bidders must submit required documentation including a proposal form, bidder certification of work capacity, two certifications of compliance, affidavits, bid bond, and acknowledgment of insurance requirements. Any addenda will be posted on the P&C OpenGov Procurement Portal.