Description
The State Highway Administration (SHA) of Maryland is seeking a qualified small‑business contractor to provide on‑call milling and paving services for the Hereford Shop area in central Baltimore County. The contract is a fixed‑price, hourly‑rate arrangement covering a fleet of equipment (asphalt paver, roller, tack truck, milling machine, sweeper) and qualified operators. Work will be performed “as‑needed” at various locations, with a minimum of four billable hours per job and a contract term through June 30 2027. The award is limited to certified small businesses; minority‑owned firms are encouraged to apply.
• Scope: Provide milling, paving, and related site‑preparation services on an on‑call basis across western Baltimore County.
• Equipment required: 1 asphalt paver (8‑12 ft width), 1 roller (3‑5 ton), 1 tack truck, 1 milling/grinding machine with belt loader, 1 sweeper/bobcat.
• Labor: Operators must have ≥5 years experience; all equipment and operators must be ready to mobilize on short notice.
• Billing: Hourly rates inclusive of fuel, maintenance, insurance, permits, and all incidentals; minimum 4 hours per job, max 4 hours per shift for tack truck and roller.
• Contract type: Fixed‑price, competitive sealed bidding; Small Business Reserve (SBR) designation – award limited to certified small businesses.
• Duration: Contract runs until June 30 2027 (≈ 9 months).
• Submission: Bids submitted electronically via eMMA by October 26 2026 9:30 AM.
• Evaluation: Competitive sealed bids; no subcontracting goals (0 % MBE/DBE/VSBE).
• Key compliance: Insurance (CGL $1 M/$3 M agg., Workers’ Comp $1 M), Prompt Payment Policy, environmental‑preferable product encouragement.