Howard County Office of Procurement PlanetBids #IFB 2027-14

Howard County, MD Snow and Ice Removal Services for RTA Bus Stops

Howard County, Maryland is seeking qualified contractors to provide snow and ice removal services at select Regional Transportation Agency (RTA) bus stops, sidewalks, and walkways throughout the county. - Government Buyer: - Howard County, Maryland Office of Procurement and Contract Administration - Scope of Services: - Snow and ice removal at priority and non-priority RTA bus stops - Clearing adjacent sidewalks and walkways - Application of Calcium Magnesium Acetate (CMA) as deicing material (no salt on non-roadway surfaces) - Contractors must supply all labor, equipment, and deicing materials - Personnel must use appropriate personal protective equipment - Revisit cleared stops within 24 hours after initial removal - Prompt and ongoing service to minimize disruptions to public transportation - Repair of any property damage caused during service - Notable Requirements: - Minimum five years' experience in snow and ice removal - Compliance with Howard County's Living Wage legislation - 15% Equal Business Opportunity (EBO) subcontracting goal for contracts valued at $50,000 or more - Preference for American-manufactured goods when possible - Contract Details: - One-year base contract with up to five one-year renewal options - Annual, as-needed service dependent on weather conditions - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; the opportunity is open to qualified service providers.

Description

Howard County, Maryland is seeking a qualified contractor to provide snow and ice removal services at select RTA bus stops within the county. The work includes clearing snow and ice from bus stops, sidewalks, and walkways adjacent to or near the bus stops. The contractor must provide high quality, prompt, and ongoing services to minimize disruptions to public transportation. The county will establish a priority list for completion of the bus stops included in the contract.

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