Catonsville District Court Snow Removal Services Contract

The Maryland Department of General Services is soliciting a blanket purchase order for snow removal services at the Catonsville District Court/Multi-Service Center located at 1 Rolling Crossroads, Catonsville, Maryland. The contract spans a three-year period from November 15, 2026, to April 30, 2029. The selected contractor must provide all necessary equipment, including 4WD vehicles with plows and salt spreaders, front-end loaders, and dump trucks, while ensuring that no track vehicles are used on site. Bidders are required to have three years of successful experience in similar services and must submit a bid based on single hourly rates for equipment and specific unit costs for chemicals. The contract mandates strict operational standards, requiring snow removal to begin within two hours of notification and corrective actions to be completed within one hour of a deficiency report. The contractor is responsible for all materials, including sand and salt, and must ensure storm drains remain clear. Awarding will be based on the lowest responsive total bid from a responsible bidder. Administrative requirements include submitting invoices to the Fiscal Services Division within 30 days of service and adhering to Maryland state laws, including affirmative action and drug-free workplace certifications. The contractor is also held liable for any damage to state-owned property, such as curbs or buildings, resulting from their operations.