Police Aviation Unit Fire Suppression System

Baltimore County is soliciting bids under RFB-10000560 for the installation of a complete fire suppression system at the Police Aviation Unit hangar located at Martin State Airport. The scope of work requires the contractor to remove and dispose of existing Ansulite 3% AFFF foam according to local, state, and federal guidelines, provide manifest reports, and replace the existing foam tank and bladder with a new, properly sized system based on contractor calculations. The project includes full system start-up, commissioning, the procurement of all necessary permits, and a one-year parts and labor warranty that includes one annual inspection. All work must adhere to provided technical hangar drawings and prevailing wage rates for building construction in Baltimore County. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Bidders must be in good standing with the State of Maryland and are encouraged to include commitments regarding job creation for local residents and the utilization of minority-owned and women-owned businesses. Submissions must be made electronically via the OpenGov procurement portal, with a final response deadline of November 13, 2026. Key requirements include strict adherence to environmental packaging standards, the provision of material safety data sheets for hazardous substances, and compliance with HIPAA and local hiring laws. Invoices are to be submitted to the Office of Budget and Finance in Towson, Maryland.