Hagerstown District Court Snow Removal Services Contract

The Maryland Department of General Services is soliciting snow removal services for the J. Louis Boublitz District Court/Multi-Service Center located at 36 W. Antietam Street, Hagerstown, Maryland. The contract spans a three-year period from November 15, 2026, to April 30, 2029. The selected contractor will be responsible for providing all necessary equipment, operators, fuel, and materials, including sand and salt, to clear parking areas and roadways. Key performance requirements include starting operations within two hours of notification and correcting any unsatisfactory service within one hour of notice. Required equipment includes a four-wheel drive vehicle with a plow and spreader, a front-end loader for snow disposal, and a dump truck with a salt spreader, while track vehicles are strictly prohibited. The contract will be awarded to the responsive and responsible bidder offering the lowest combined hourly rate for the required equipment. Bidders must demonstrate at least three years of successful experience in providing similar snow removal services. Pricing is structured around hourly rates for equipment and unit costs for chemicals, provided as bagged or by the ton. Administrative requirements include invoicing via email within 30 days of service and compliance with Maryland state laws, including affirmative action, drug-free workplace certifications, and political contribution disclosures. Disputes and terminations are governed by the State Finance and Procurement Article and COMAR regulations.