Howard County Office of Procurement PlanetBids #2026-25

Howard County Fuel Storage, Dispensing, and EV Charging Upgrade at Long Reach Fire Station No. 9

Howard County, Maryland is seeking qualified construction firms for a comprehensive upgrade of the fuel storage, dispensing, and electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure at Long Reach Fire Station No. 9. - Government Buyer: - Howard County, Maryland, Office of Procurement and Contract Administration - Department of General Services, Bureau of Planning, Design and Construction - Products and Equipment Requested: - Removal of two existing 2,500-gallon underground fuel storage tanks (USTs) - Installation of two new 12,000-gallon double-wall fiberglass USTs (one for gasoline, one for diesel) - Fuel dispensing equipment: two remote single product, high flow dispensers (diesel and unleaded gasoline) with hoses, retractors, and safety features - New fuel service island with reinforced concrete, stainless steel forms, and protective steel bollards - Fuel island canopy with lightning protection, steel columns, and foundation (including design) - Oil-water separator system: one 1,000-gallon double-wall steel separator rated for 100 GPM with leak detection and alarms - Electric vehicle charging stations: Level 2 and Level 3 DC fast chargers with bidirectional capability, networking, metering, and authorization systems - Associated site improvements: concrete paving, curbs, sidewalks, storm drainage, fencing, parking striping, lighting poles and LED luminaires, panelboards, wiring devices, and fuel spill kit - Services Requested: - Demolition and removal of existing tanks, piping, vent risers, and fuel island - Construction, installation, and commissioning of all new systems and site improvements - Electrical and communication connections for fuel and EV systems - Site preparation, erosion and sediment control, and environmental compliance - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Compliance with Howard County's Living Wage legislation - Adherence to the Rainforest Protection Act for wood products (prohibiting certain tropical hardwoods unless sustainably sourced) - Coordination with Howard County Fleet Services - 5% bid bond required - Liquidated damages of $500 per day for late completion - All work must meet Maryland state standards and environmental controls - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; the solicitation is open to qualified construction and equipment providers - Place of Performance: - Long Reach Fire Station No. 9, Columbia, Howard County, Maryland - Contracting office: 6751 Columbia Gateway Drive, Suite 226, Columbia, MD 21046 - Estimated Contract Value: - Not specified, but likely in the $1,000,000 to $3,000,000 range based on scope - Period of Performance: - 120 to 150 calendar days from notice to proceed; no option years or annual subscription indicated

Description

Howard County is seeking a construction firm to remove existing underground fuel storage tanks and install new ones, including fuel dispensing equipment, electrical and communication connections, paving, storm drainage, canopy and foundation design, fuel island accessories, and incidentals. The project scope also includes furnishing and installing electric vehicle (EV) charging stations. The contract duration is 150 calendar days with liquidated damages of $500 per calendar day. A pre-bid meeting and site visit are scheduled prior to the bid due date of May 13, 2026.

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