Water Distribution Improvements Phase II

The Frederick County, Maryland Office of Procurement & Contracting is seeking qualified contractors to execute Phase II of its Water Distribution Improvements project. The work involves connecting an existing 8‑inch waterline between Galena Drive and Worthington Boulevard, installing a new 10‑inch waterline between New Horizon Way and Technology Way, and fully restoring the affected street sections with bituminous pavement. The goal is to enhance hydraulic capacity in the specified areas. Bids must be submitted electronically via the OpenGov procurement portal by the deadline, with a required bid deposit of 5 % of the total bid amount, and performance/payment bonds to be furnished within ten days of award. A pre‑bid conference (virtual) and site visit are offered but not mandatory. • Scope: 8″ waterline connection, new 10″ waterline installation, street restoration with bituminous pavement. • Location: Urbana Pike corridor, Frederick County, MD. • Contract type: Invitation for Bid (IFB) – construction of water distribution infrastructure. • Bid submission: Electronic only, due October 29 2026 @ 3:00 PM; bid deposit required (5 % of bid). • Mandatory bonds: Performance and payment bonds required within 10 days of award. • Pre‑bid conference: Virtual Microsoft Teams meeting (date not specified), attendance encouraged but not required. • Site visit: Contractors must conduct their own site assessment; no scheduled date provided. • Questions deadline: October 13 2026 @ 4:00 PM via OpenGov portal. • Contact: Laura Schug, Buyer (301) 471‑5057, [email protected].