BH-111-230-003 Energy Efficiency Upgrades at OCME

The Department of General Services is seeking bids for energy efficiency upgrades at the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner (OCME) in Baltimore, Maryland. The project involves various upgrades, including HVAC and refrigeration work, and has a project classification of "D" with an estimated cost between $1,000,000 and $2,500,000. The contractor will have 275 consecutive calendar days to complete the work, and the bid prices are irrevocable for 120 days after bid opening. The successful bidder will be required to submit various forms, including a bid bond, MBE attachment, and payment of employee health care expenses certification. Some key aspects of the project include: • The project has a small business reserve designation, with a goal of 10% MBE participation and 1% VSBE participation. • The contractor must comply with prevailing wage rates and submit a payment of employee health care expenses certification. • The contract will be in the form of Attachment K, and all DGS contracts must have a company seal or notary on the signature page. • The contractor will be required to remit an electronic transaction fee of 1% of the total approved invoice amount for each monthly reporting period.