Request for Qualifications and Invitation to Prequalify to Bid for Fire and Smoke Damper Replacement at Leonardtown High School

Saint Mary's County Public Schools is seeking qualified contractors for the replacement of select smoke dampers and associated duct smoke detectors at Leonardtown High School. The scope of work includes the removal of existing equipment, installation of combination fire and smoke dampers, electrical connections to existing power and fire alarm monitoring systems, and the restoration of acoustical and drywall ceilings. The project is estimated at 100,000 dollars, with work anticipated to begin in Fall 2026 and reach substantial completion by April 2027. Due to the facility being occupied, all work must be performed during evenings, Saturdays, and Winter Break to ensure student and staff safety and minimize educational disruptions. This is a multi-step sealed bidding process requiring an initial prequalification phase. Applicants must submit a comprehensive package by 2:00 p.m. on September 22, 2026, including a qualification questionnaire and project-specific documentation. Evaluation factors include the contractor's understanding of the scope and schedule, relevant experience, management plans, and staff qualifications. Key personnel requirements include a Project Executive with ten years of experience, and a Project Manager and Superintendent each with five years of experience. Prequalified bidders must provide a bid bond of five percent of the estimated cost, and the successful awardee must furnish a performance bond for 100 percent of the contract sum. As the project is locally funded, Maryland Prevailing Wage and Davis-Bacon Wage scales do not apply.