Call 402 479D11429SB

The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration is soliciting bids for contract 479D11429SB, which involves the installation of thermoplastic pavement markings across District 1, specifically within Dorchester, Somerset, Wicomico, and Worcester counties. This is a Small Business Reserve procurement, meaning the award is limited to certified small business vendors recognized by the Governor's Office of Small, Minority, and Women Business Affairs. The scope of work includes applying various white and yellow thermoplastic markings, legends, and symbols, as well as providing protection vehicles with operators. All work must adhere to the Standard Specifications for Construction and Materials, the Maryland Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, and MASH 2016 safety criteria. Bids must be submitted electronically via Bid Express by 12:00 PM Eastern Time on October 15, 2026. To be considered responsive, bidders must provide a completed Certified MBE Utilization and Fair Solicitation Affidavit, a detailed equipment and experience statement, and at least three project references from the past five years. For contracts valued at $100,000 or more, a bid security of 5% is required, along with performance and payment bonds for the full award amount. The contractor will be expected to submit detailed monthly progress invoices by the tenth day of each month. Additional requirements include compliance with State Prevailing Wage Laws and Buy American Steel provisions.