ACM Workforce Development & Training Center Renovations Draft Solicitation

Allegany College of Maryland is soliciting proposals for the renovation of the Workforce Development and Training Center in Cumberland, Maryland. This fixed-price contract requires a general contractor to deliver a complete and operational facility in accordance with detailed drawings and specifications. Key deliverables include shop drawings, software submittals for DDC controllers and servers, and equipment certifications. The project is subject to Maryland prevailing-wage requirements, prohibiting the use of helpers or trainees, and must comply with ADA, the Rehabilitation Act, and NFPA regulations. Proposals must be submitted digitally via the Equity Hub Bid Locker by December 21, 2026, at 1:00 PM ET. A complete submission requires a signed Form of Bid, a contractor information sheet, a signed affidavit, and answers to a 75-question respondent form. Bidders must provide bid security of at least 10% and a surety letter confirming the capacity to provide performance and labor/materials payment bonds at 100% of the contract price. Award decisions will be based on a weighted evaluation of relevant experience, safety performance, and financial strength, with the contract going to the highest-rated, responsible bidder offering the best value. The scope includes specific allowances for exterior site signage, a dedication plaque, and glass film, alongside unit pricing for various excavation and soil removal tasks. Upon award, the successful bidder must attend a pre-construction conference within five days and provide a detailed work schedule. The project concludes with an acceptance trial period of up to 90 consecutive calendar days. Administration is managed by Procurement Officer Sherry Buffenmyer, and payments are processed through an application and certification system involving the project architect.