FEMA Elevation Project - 2705 Church Street {4491-22} - REBID #2

Wicomico County is soliciting bids under solicitation 2027-IFB-016 for a grant-funded project to perform structural elevation services for a residential property located at 2705 Church Street in Whitehaven, Maryland. The scope of work requires elevating the main structure and a kitchen addition to at least two feet above the base flood elevation. Key deliverables include the demolition of the existing foundation, construction of a new foundation with pressure-treated sill plates and aluminum termite shields, and the disconnection, extension, and reconnection of all plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and gas utilities. The project also includes site grading, grass seeding, and the provision of an elevation certificate to verify compliance with county flood requirements. All work must be completed by May 31, 2027, and must adhere to FEMA/MEMA regulations, the National Flood Insurance Program, ASCE/SEI 24-05, and International Code Council specifications. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible vendor licensed to operate in Maryland. Bidders must submit their proposals via the e-Procurement Portal by September 29, 2026, at 2:30 p.m. Required submission documents include a Maryland Certificate of Status, a non-collusion affidavit, and three professional references from the last 12 to 36 months. If the total bid exceeds 100,000 dollars, a bid bond of five percent is required, and the successful vendor must provide performance and payment bonds at 100 percent of the contract price. Payment will be issued within 30 days of receiving a proper invoice. The County maintains the right to inspect all operations and may cancel the contract for convenience if funds are not approved during a fiscal budget year.