Runway Traction Sand

The Maryland Aviation Administration (MAA) is soliciting competitive sealed bids for the provision and delivery of runway traction sand for runway skid control at BWI Marshall Airport. The contract involves the delivery of 1,200 metric tons of sand on an as-needed basis, with a required delivery lead time of 120 hours after receipt of order. All materials must strictly adhere to FAA Advisory Circular AC No. 150/5200-30D, specifically meeting the gradation standards in Table 4-2 and maintaining a moisture content low enough to prevent freezing in unheated storage. The awarded contractor is required to maintain a continuous quality control program, and the MAA reserves the right to test all deliveries to ensure ongoing compliance. Award will be granted to the responsible bidder providing the lowest responsive bid. The evaluation process follows a two-step sequence where bidders must first submit a minimum 20 lb. sand sample for a pass/fail technical review; only those who pass will have their financial envelopes opened. This procurement includes a small business preference under COMAR 21.11.01.05, requiring bidders to provide a Small Business Qualification Number. Pricing must be quoted as FOB Destination, and contractors with awards exceeding $200,000 must be registered for electronic funds transfer. Bids must be submitted in sealed envelopes to the Purchasing and Materials Management Section in Glen Burnie, Maryland, and vendors must be registered on eMMA to be eligible for the award.