Amanda Willis is a Assistant Chief of Purchasing. Amanda is associated with 19 contracts. Activity spans Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction, Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction, and Water Supply and Irrigation Systems.
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The Charles County Government is soliciting bids for on-call construction services for stormwater facilities under solicitation number 27-013. This multiple-award, task-order based contract covers a broad scope of environmental restoration and maintenance, including storm drain and pond maintenance, roadway repairs for pipe crossings, and comprehensive restoration activities such as stream restoration, shoreline stabilization, and erosion control. Services are performed on an as-needed basis within Charles County, Maryland, with individual task orders capped at 300,000.00 dollars. The County will award tasks based on factors including price, experience, capacity, key personnel, availability, bonding capability, approach, and past performance.
Bids must be submitted electronically via the OpenGov Procurement portal by November 5, 2026, at 2:00 pm. Required documentation includes a five percent bid bond, MWBE compliance plan forms, SLBE certification, a notarized non-collusion affidavit, and a vendor disclosure form. For tasks valued at 1,000,000.00 dollars or more, 100 percent performance and labor and material payment bonds are required. Pricing is determined by unit prices for labor and materials, with a 15 percent markup allowed for materials not listed on the bid form. The contract includes a base term with options for extensions at the sole discretion of the County.
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Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction
The NPDES Oak Ridge Park East Stream Restoration project, managed by the Charles County Government's Capital Project Management Division, is a construction effort to meet Maryland Department of the Environment and National Pollution Discharge Elimination System permit requirements. Located at Oak Ridge Park in Hughesville, Maryland, the scope of work includes installing a stormwater detention facility, restoring approximately 1,400 linear feet of an eroding unnamed tributary to Gilbert Run using in-stream and bank stabilization structures, and stabilizing 120 linear feet of an eroding outfall channel. The project is designed to obtain nutrient reduction and impervious area credits, with all work adhering to Maryland State Highway Administration and Charles County construction standards.
The contract is being awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on the sum of base and contingency bid items. Eligible bidders must have been active legal entities in the field for at least five years and provide evidence of similar project experience. Key financial and compliance requirements include a 5% bid bond, 100% performance and labor/material bonds, and adherence to prevailing wage rates. The project mandates a Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprise (MWBE) subcontractor goal of 29.95%.
Contract administration involves monthly invoicing with a 5% retainage held for a one-year warranty period, though a maintenance bond may be substituted for cash retainage. The contractor is required to provide a Critical Path Method (CPM) schedule and submit comprehensive as-built close-out documentation, including lien waivers and affidavits of payment. Final acceptance is granted in writing by the Contracting Officer following a final inspection to ensure all work is completed in a skillful and workmanlike manner.
The County Commissioners of Charles County are seeking sealed proposals from qualified firms to manage the VanGo Transit Operations, a critical service that ensures safe, reliable, and efficient public transportation for residents. This contract emphasizes the importance of maintaining and improving transit operations to support community well-being. Funding for the project is approximately half provided by the Federal Transit Administration, with oversight managed by the Maryland Transit Administration. While estimated annual trip numbers are offered for evaluation, actual service quantities may vary.
The solicitation, identified by number 26-025, was posted on May 7, 2026, with proposal submissions due by June 18, 2026. The solicitation is issued by the PGM - Transit agency based in Maryland, specifically in La Plata. Key contacts for the contract include Robert Romero, the Chief of Transit, and Amanda Willis, the Assistant Chief of Purchasing. Interested firms can access the full solicitation details through the official procurement portal for Charles County. This opportunity is aimed at qualified organizations capable of delivering comprehensive transit management services within the state of Maryland.
Charles County, Maryland, with a steadily growing population of approximately 160,000 and an annual growth rate of 1.5-2%, seeks to engage a qualified third-party reviewer to provide Development Services Plan Review in support of its commitment to excellent customer service and rigorous technical review standards. The ideal contractor will possess strong technical expertise coupled with effective communication skills to ensure an efficient review process that minimizes both review time and the number of review cycles. This solicitation, identified as number 26-032 and issued by the Infrastructure Management division of the county, invites proposals to support the county’s development and engineering community by offering a thorough and timely evaluation of plans to safeguard the interests of citizens while facilitating growth. The procurement process includes clearly defined contract terms, with submission deadlines set for April 21, 2026, and communication channels directed through designated points of contact within county leadership.
The overarching scope of work emphasizes precise, clear, and comprehensive deliverables aligned with best practices for contract administration and project success, referencing a structured format for scope statements that include background, scope, technical references, and progress milestones. The contract framework stresses the importance of compliance with all legal and procedural requirements, ensuring accountability and consistent quality management throughout the review lifecycle. While the solicitation primarily focuses on technical plan review services within Maryland, it reflects a broader commitment to transparency, efficiency, and quality control in public sector procurement, leveraging electronic submission platforms and clear evaluation criteria to select the most qualified contractor able to serve the county’s current and future infrastructure planning needs.
Charles County, Maryland, is soliciting proposals for consulting services to develop and implement an Adequate Public Safety Ordinance (APSO) aimed at managing growth by ensuring that new development does not negatively impact the adequacy of local public safety infrastructure, including fire, police, and emergency medical services. This initiative complements the existing Adequate Public Facilities (APF) element in the County’s Zoning Ordinance, which currently requires developers to provide or upgrade public water, roads, and school facilities to maintain an adequate level of service. The APSO study will evaluate current public safety capacity, forecast future needs based on growth projections, and explore potential funding mechanisms such as impact fees and land dedication options. The County is considering whether the APSO should be integrated into an expanded APF program or established as a standalone ordinance.
The contract involves a fixed-price, lump-sum professional consulting engagement to be completed within 182 consecutive calendar days from the Notice to Proceed. Proposals will be evaluated on a best-value basis, considering cost (30 points), relevant experience and qualifications (25 points), project understanding and approach (20 points), company profile and key personnel (15 points), and knowledge of the local context (10 points). The solicitation requires electronic submission via the County’s eProcurement Portal, with a deadline of January 8, 2026. Key administrative provisions include detailed invoicing requirements, monthly progress payments up to 90% before final acceptance, and maintenance of financial records subject to audit. The contract includes local governance clauses on indemnification, consultant responsibilities, inspection, and acceptance at the delivery location in Charles County. Preference is given to Small Local Business Enterprises (SLBE) and Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprises (MWBE), with compliance plans and certification forms required. The consultant is responsible for all deliverables meeting County standards, including technical documents aligned with CSI MasterFormat, and must adhere to ethical, conflict of interest, and recordkeeping requirements specified in the solicitation.
