Mt. Hebron High School Entrance Renovation

Solicitation 102.26.B4 is for the entrance renovation of Mt. Hebron High School, managed by the Howard County Public School System in Maryland. The project involves constructing an addition for a main office reception and entrance vestibule, as well as renovating a portion of the existing administrative suite. This is an occupied construction project with limited site work, requiring the contractor to adhere to local noise ordinances and school calendars. The performance period is scheduled for 193 days, starting March 17, 2027, and ending December 10, 2027. The contract will be awarded to the lowest qualified bidder based on the base bid and any requested alternates, such as the AP Suite Restroom. Bidders must submit all proposals in PDF format via the HCPSS Bonfire Portal by November 9, 2026. Mandatory submissions include the Form of Proposal, AIA Document A310 Bid Bond, and specific MBE documentation, including a Certified MBE Utilization and Fair Solicitation Affidavit and an MBE Participation Schedule. Failure to provide accurate MBE documentation may result in a bid being deemed non-responsive. Key requirements include compliance with the Buy American Steel Act, current ADA guidelines, and prevailing wage determinations, which prohibit the employment of helpers or trainees. Contractors must provide performance and payment bonds via AIA Document A312 and ensure all personnel undergo required fingerprinting and background checks. Materials must be delivered in original, sealed manufacturer packaging with specific labeling for room numbers and UL certification for fire-resistant glazing. Payment will be processed using the IAC/PSCP Application For Payment format.