Description
The Baltimore City Public Schools are seeking a qualified general contractor to perform comprehensive door and hardware upgrades at three school facilities (Harlem Park, Francis M. Wood, and Baltimore School for the Arts). The work includes removal, disposal, and replacement of doors, frames, hardware, associated finish work, and required lead‑based paint/abatement compliance. All work must be performed while schools remain occupied, primarily during non‑instructional hours, and must adhere to prevailing‑wage and safety regulations. The contract is awarded on a “low‑responsible‑and‑responsive” basis, with a 12‑month performance period and mandatory MBE/WBE participation goals. Bids are submitted exclusively through the eMaryland Marketplace Advantage (eMMA) portal.
• Scope: Door, frame, lock, hinge, and hardware replacement for three school buildings (≈ 1500 – 2000 doors total).
• Location: Baltimore, MD (Harlem Avenue, Calhoun Street, Cathedral Street).
• Schedule: 12‑month contract; work performed after school hours and weekends; no work 7 PM‑7 AM within 300 ft of schools.
• Mandatory pre‑bid meeting: Oct 19 2026, 10:00 AM (mandatory).
• Submission deadline: Nov 16 2026, 11:00 AM via eMMA; no hard‑copy bids accepted.
• MBE/WBE goals: 15 % overall, 7 % women‑owned; only certified MBE firms may satisfy the requirement.
• Compliance: Lead‑based paint “Renovate Right” certification, MD prevailing‑wage, insurance, bonds, and pre‑qualification required.