The Board of Education of Calvert County is soliciting pre‑qualified contractors to submit sealed bids for the complete replacement of the elevator system, exterior windows, and roof on the Brooks Administration Building (1305 Dares Beach Road, Prince Frederick, MD). Bidders must first qualify by submitting a Contractor Qualification Questionnaire by November 20, 2026, attend a non‑mandatory pre‑bid meeting on November 12, 2026, and then submit sealed bids no later than December 15, 2026. The bid package—including specifications, drawings, and addenda—is available online starting October 30, 2026. No minority‑business participation goal is mandated, but MBE firms are encouraged to bid. The project will be awarded to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder, with standard bid bonds and performance/payment bonds required.
• Scope: demolition of existing roof, elevator shaft, and window assemblies; supply and install new elevator, energy‑efficient windows, and a new roofing system.
• Required qualifications: pre‑qualification questionnaire, compliance with Maryland construction codes, and proof of insurance/bonds.
• Key dates: Qualification due Nov 20, pre‑bid meeting Nov 12, questions due Nov 23, bid deadline Dec 15.
• Submission: sealed bids to be delivered to the Board of Education at the Brooks Administration Building; electronic copies accepted for the qualification questionnaire.
• Evaluation: lowest responsible bidder; bid security required; no minimum MBE participation but strong encouragement.