XQ2285576 - Install and/or Replace Raised Pavement Markers (RPM's) at Various Locations in Anne Arundel, Calvert, Charles, and St. Mary's Counties

This contract, designated as XQ2285576, is a federally funded project managed by the Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration aimed at installing or replacing Raised Pavement Markers (RPMs) across multiple counties in Maryland, specifically Anne Arundel, Calvert, Charles, and St. Mary’s. The scope of work will be detailed after contract award, with each task specifying the location, scope, limits, estimated quantities, and deadlines for completion. The project is scheduled for bidding via electronic submission through the Bid Express platform, with bids due by 12 noon Eastern time on November 13, 2025. The contract size ranges from a minimum of $500,000 to a maximum of $2 million, reflecting its substantial scope and importance. Bidders are encouraged to include minority and disadvantaged business enterprises, and the process does not include a pre-bid conference. For bids exceeding $100,000, security bonds such as bid security and performance/payment bonds are required; smaller bids under $100,000 do not necessitate bonds. The project emphasizes transparency and competitive bidding, with the Maryland SHA reserving the right to reject any or all bids. The contract aims to enhance roadway safety and visibility through the strategic placement or replacement of RPMs at various locations, with the specific sites to be identified after the contract is awarded. The project reflects a significant investment in Maryland’s transportation infrastructure, promoting inclusive participation and adherence to federal and state procurement standards.