Call 403 43213D1428SB

The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration is soliciting bids for contract 43213D1428SB, which provides for full width litter pick up using a five-person crew at various locations within the Dayton Shop area of Howard County. This is a Small Business Reserve procurement, meaning the award is limited to certified small business vendors. The scope of work includes the provision of a projection vehicle with an operator and a five-person litter pick up crew, with services performed on an as-needed basis. Work is generally conducted Monday through Friday, with specific shift options and shoulder restrictions for high volume roadways. Bids must be submitted electronically via Bid Express by 12:00 PM on October 1, 2026. To be eligible for award, bidders must be registered on eMaryland Marketplace Advantage and possess a valid Info Tech Digital ID. The contract will be awarded to the apparent low bidder, provided they are responsive and submit a required Affirmative Action Plan for Minority Business Enterprise utilization within ten business days of notification. Mandatory compliance requirements include adherence to the Maryland Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, Buy American Steel standards, and Living Wage requirements for highway maintenance. Performance and payment bonds are required for contracts valued at 100,000 dollars or more.