BC-21553-M On Call Underground Mechanical Utilities Maintenance Contract

The University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC), a constituent institution of the University System of Maryland and an agency of the State of Maryland (herein referred to as the "University" or "UMBC"), is seeking proposals from qualified Offerors to provide Underground Mechanical Utilities Maintenance Services.

This solicitation shall be conducted in accordance with the University System of Maryland (USM) Board Regents Procurement Policies and Procedures.

The Contractor is to furnish all labor and material necessary to comply with scope of work and/or drawings and specifications furnished by authorized personnel of the University for work on UMBC Campus and University-owned property.

The majority of this maintenance contracting work will include, but is not limited to, water supply and drainage pipe installation; storm drain and sanitary inlet installations and maintenance; fire hydrant, potable and non-potable installation, replacement and maintenance; water lines, chilled water and hot water 180-degree water lines and back flow devices.

Emergency services will be coordinated with the University's representative, and the Contractor shall be available on a twenty-four (24) hour, seven (7) days per week basis. The Contractor shall respond within two (2) hours after receiving notification for emergency service, by providing a qualified service mechanic at the job site to assess the emergency.

Maintenance and Repair Responsibilities

• Locate, identify, mark existing underground utility systems including; electric, voice, data, water supply, natural gas, storm water, duct-banks & sanitary.
• Various types of excavation.
• Comply with MOSHA/OSHA and all other applicable codes for below grade shoring and other safety requirements.
• Repair/replace underground water supply valves.
• Repair/replace underground water supply piping.
• Repair/replace underground storm water management systems.
• Repair/replace underground natural gas systems.
• Repair/replace underground sanitary systems.
• Repair/replace/maintain storm water management ponds, spillways, culverts, outfalls, etc.
• Repair/replace hardscape surfaces unearthed as part of the underground repair.
• Repair/replace softscape surfaces damaged as part of the underground repair.
• Maintain proper back-fill materials & compaction rates as conditions required.
• Replace/repair/install duct-banks, conduits, raceways, wire-ways, etc.
• Replace/repair/install manholes, drains, catch basins, etc.

Generally, requests for task orders will be issued to the selected Contractors through a competitive selection or rotation process. The determination for the applicable process will be at the University's sole discretion.

Submission

Technical Proposals are to be sent to Technic.jxhxaw8yit4tulsm@u.box.com. This is not a public bid opening. Price Proposals: instructions will be provided to shortlisted firms.

Contract

• Contract Type: Firm fixed price with Indefinite quantity.
• Term of Contract: Two (2) year-based term period with six (6) one-year renewals, at the University's sole discretion.
• MBE goals will be assigned per task order.
• Site Visit: N/A.
• Oral Presentations: TBD.

Bid Bond

A Bid Bond (Exhibit Q) is **required** with price submittals. A Bid Bond will be required for each individual Task Order exceeding **$100,000**. The Bid Bond must be issued by a surety company licensed to issue bonds in the State of Maryland. The bond must be in an amount not less than five percent (5%) of the total amount of the Task Order.

Minimum Qualifications

The Offeror shall have at least five (5) years' experience with providing Underground Mechanical Utilities Maintenance services listed in this RFP. Offeror must be licensed as required by the Construction Firm Law of Maryland and shall submit proof of current licensing with their proposal. The Offeror shall provide a minimum of three (3) references.