BCS 2024-07 Overweight Vehicle Analysis and Escort Services for Overweight Vehicles

This five-year contract with the Maryland State Highway Administration aims to engage a consulting firm to provide specialized engineering services related to overweight vehicle management. The selected firm will be responsible for reviewing, evaluating, and either approving or denying hauling permit applications for overweight vehicles operating within Maryland. Additionally, the firm will offer escort services for haulers carrying unusually heavy loads, ensuring safe passage along designated routes, especially when crossing bridges that require specific instructions. The contract emphasizes safety, compliance, and efficient permit processing to support transportation infrastructure integrity. The solicitation, identified as BPM050318, was posted on March 28, 2025, with a response deadline of May 6, 2025. The contract value is estimated to range between five million and fifteen million dollars, reflecting the scope and importance of the services. The Maryland State Highway Administration, part of the Maryland Department of Transportation, will oversee the contract, with Damien Chisholm serving as the primary point of contact. The contract underscores the agency’s commitment to maintaining transportation safety and infrastructure through expert engineering oversight and escort services for overweight vehicles.