Atrium Ballistic-Resistant Officer Desk on Raised Platform

Wicomico County is soliciting bids under Invitation For Bid 2027-IFB-032 for the turn-key design, manufacture, and installation of a ballistic-resistant officer desk and associated raised platform for the Circuit Court for Wicomico County in Salisbury, Maryland. The desk will be positioned in the atrium adjacent to screening checkpoints to provide Sheriff's deputies with a secure observation point and immediate response capability during violent confrontations or armed attacks. Bidders must provide pricing for both UL 752 Level 3 and Level 4 ballistic protection, with the County anticipating a ballistic fiberglass core and durable plastic laminate finish. The project includes all labor, materials, site preparation, and a minimum one-year warranty on materials and workmanship. The County will evaluate vendors based on responsiveness to bid documents and overall responsibility, considering factors such as technical capacity, past performance, financial stability, and reputation. Required submission materials include a Maryland Certificate of Good Standing, UL 752 certification, three professional references from the last 12 to 36 months, and detailed installation methodologies. The successful vendor must provide performance and payment bonds totaling 100 percent of the contract price within 14 days of contract receipt. Payment will be issued within 30 calendar days of receiving a proper invoice for approved work. Bids must be submitted via the designated portal by November 3, 2026.