FC-192-26 – Maryland FiRST Coverage Improvement Program – In Building

The Maryland Department of Information Technology is soliciting proposals for the Maryland FiRST Coverage Improvement Program to design and install in-building radio antenna systems at the Cruise Maryland Terminal in Baltimore. This firm-fixed-price contract is limited to Master Contractors awarded under the Radio Communications 2018 Master Contract (BPO #606B7400088). The project requires achieving 99% floor area reliability coverage in critical areas and 90% in general building areas, ensuring compliance with NFPA standards and preventing degradation of the MD FiRST donor Radio Frequency sites. The total period of performance is not to exceed 180 working days from the Notice to Proceed, with key milestones including a final design document due within 45 working days. Proposals must be submitted via the eMaryland Marketplace Advantage (eMMA) system by September 22, 2026, at 10:00 am. Submissions must be divided into a password-protected Technical Proposal and a separate password-protected Financial Proposal. Evaluation is based on the most advantageous offer, prioritizing NFPA compliance, design quality, and system integration. Contractors must provide evidence of at least two projects of similar scope and adhere to strict security requirements, including annual background checks and the possession of a Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC) for site access. Final acceptance is contingent upon a successful 30-day burn-in test period and the approval of all as-built documentation.