Nondestructive Testing, Manlift Equipment and Ladders

Baltimore County is soliciting qualified vendors to provide non‑destructive testing (NDT) services for a range of man‑lift equipment and ladders, including aerial ladder trucks, crane trucks, bucket trucks, scissors lifts, digger derricks, material handlers, and ground ladders. The contractor must have at least ten years’ experience, certify personnel to SNT‑TC‑1A Level II, and follow specified ASTM, NFPA, AWS, and OSHA standards. The contract is a one‑year base term beginning November 1 2026, with up to four optional one‑year renewals, and an estimated total value of $100,000. Bids are due electronically by 2:30 pm on October 2 2026. • Scope: NDT inspections, visual inspections, dielectric, functional, drift, acoustic emission, optional pressure and oil spectro‑analysis tests. • Required certifications: SNT‑TC‑1A Level II for technicians; weld‑inspector (QC‑1) certification as needed. • Deliverables: Detailed test procedures, on‑site inspection reports, defect categorization (required, recommended, informational), and one‑year certification certificates. • Quantity: Multiple line items; each item is priced per unit (e.g., one aerial ladder truck, two or more simultaneous units, ground ladder footage, etc.). • Contract terms: Firm pricing, mandatory insurance (general liability $1 M, auto liability $1 M, workers’ comp $1 M), warranty of one year, “First Source” hiring preference, and compliance with American‑made‑goods and recycled‑product requirements. • Evaluation: Lowest responsive and responsible bid; award within 60 days of opening.