Opportunity

Howard County Office of Procurement PlanetBids #IFB 2027-01

Howard County Construction Services for Country Meadows Pond Repair in Laurel, MD

Posted

June 26, 2026

Respond By

August 19, 2026

Identifier

IFB 2027-01

NAICS

237990

Howard County, Maryland is seeking construction firms to repair the stormwater management pond at Country Meadows Apartments in Laurel, MD. - Government Buyer: - Howard County, Maryland, Office of Procurement and Contract Administration - Stormwater Management Division, Bureau of Environmental Services, Department of Public Works - Scope of Work: - Complete repair of the existing stormwater management pond facility - Includes clearing, grading, embankment reconstruction, spillway replacement (concrete weir wall), drainage improvements, landscaping, and installation of riprap, geotextile, drain pipes, and pump-around practices - Requires compliance with Maryland and Howard County standards, environmental permits, dam safety regulations, and a 1-year warranty period - Products/Services Requested: - Construction services for pond repair (all labor, equipment, materials) - Site clearing and grubbing - Grading and earthwork - Erosion and sediment control implementation and maintenance - Construction of weir wall and associated structures - Post-construction survey and certification - Installation of traffic control devices and maintenance of traffic plan - Notable Requirements: - 15% Equal Business Opportunity (EBO) subcontracting goal for contracts over $50,000 - Compliance with Howard County's living wage ordinance - Submission of Rainforest Protection Act Form (prohibiting certain tropical wood products unless sustainably sourced) - Liquidated damages of $500 per calendar day for delays - Strict document upload protocols - Pre-bid meeting held virtually - SHA Cost Group D classification - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named; all materials must meet provided technical specifications and environmental standards. - Technical specifications, drawings, and geotechnical reports are included in the solicitation. - Project duration is 270 calendar days from notice to proceed, with phased work and as-built certification required within 30 days of completion.

Description

Howard County is seeking a construction firm to provide all labor, equipment, and materials necessary for the repair of the existing stormwater management pond facility located in Laurel, Maryland. The project follows provided final plans and specifications and is managed by the Stormwater Management Division of the Bureau of Environmental Services, Department of Public Works. Bidders must submit an electronic bid bond or certified check equal to 5% of the total bid. The project duration is 270 calendar days, and a pre-bid meeting will be held virtually on July 16, 2026.

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