Equipment Rental Service

Frederick County, Maryland is soliciting qualified firms to provide a one‑year equipment rental service for a variety of construction and maintenance tools (e.g., excavators, generators, mixers, skid loaders, pumps, etc.). Bids are evaluated on the lowest price for each piece of equipment and rental duration. The contract may be renewed annually for up to four additional one‑year periods, with price adjustments limited to CPI or a maximum 5 % increase. The County requires the contractor to maintain insurance, provide warranties, and respond to equipment failures within two hours. Submissions are electronic only via the OpenGov portal, and a non‑mandatory pre‑bid conference will be held via Microsoft Teams. • Scope: Rental of heavy‑construction and utility equipment on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis. • Term: 1 year starting ~Nov 1 2026, with optional four‑year renewal. • Evaluation: Lowest responsive bid per item; multiple awards possible. • Requirements: Minimum 5 years experience in equipment rental, Maryland registration, insurance (≥ $1 M limits), and compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations. • Key dates: Pre‑bid conference Oct 1 2026, Questions due Oct 15 2026, Bid due Oct 26 2026 (3 PM).