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CAROLINE COUNTY CIRCUIT COURTHOUSE CARPENTRY WOODWORK RENOVATION

Agency: Caroline County
Level of Government: State & Local
Category:
  • 71 - Furniture
Opps ID: NBD16460992604218993
Posted Date: Nov 18, 2022
Due Date: Dec 5, 2022
Solicitation No: RFP# CCDPW2022-07
Source: https://www.carolinemd.org/bid...
Bid Number: RFP# CCDPW2022-07
Bid Title: CAROLINE COUNTY CIRCUIT COURTHOUSE CARPENTRY WOODWORK RENOVATION
Category: Construction Projects
Status: Open

Description:

INFORMATION FOR BIDDERS

Caroline County Department of Public Works

cAROLINE COUNTY CIRCUIT COURTHOUSE Carpentry WOODWORK RENOVATION

RFP# CCDPW2022-07

C.1 GENERAL

The County Commissioners of Caroline County are accepting bids (written quotes) for the wood replacement and painting of the Caroline County Circuit Courthouse located at 109 Market Street, Denton, MD 21629. Work is generally described as follows:

  • The project consists of the restoration of exterior site work, façade work and complete exterior restoration and rehabilitation.

  • All labor, tools, materials, equipment, and travel necessary to paint the designated areas of the exterior, replace cove base throughout, and replace damaged exterior wood at the Caroline County Courthouse for the term of this Agreement. The Contractor is responsible for field verifying all dimensions and existing site conditions pertinent to this Agreement.

  • The Contractor shall replace all damaged (rotted wood) of the exterior walls. The new wood shall be Cedar and primed before installation

  • Removal of old paint by sanding, scraping or other means may generate dust or fumes that contain lead

  • . Existing Gutters and Downspouts: If needed, carefully remove gutters and downspouts and store securely for reinstallation.

  • General: Surfaces shall be dry and in sound condition. Remove oil, dust, dirt, loose rust, peeling paint or other contamination to ensure good adhesion. Protect adjacent and underlying surfaces.

  • All Wood: Must be clean and dry. Primed with two coats of primer and two coats paint as soon as possible. Knots and pitch streaks must be scraped, sanded, and spot primed before a full priming coat is applied. Patch all nail holes and imperfections with a wood filler or putty and sand smooth.

  • Existing wood cornices, including fascia boards and wood brackets are recommended to be restored. Damaged wood at fascia boards and cornices are recommended to be replaced with an appropriate decay-resistant wood (Cedar). Wood that is in good condition is recommended to remain in place, and to be modified as required for installation of new wood components to replace damaged components.

  • Primer should be Sherwin Williams Blocker Wood Primer; Paint should be Sherwin Williams Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel Bright White with a high gloss finish or equivalent

Electronic copies of the RFP, drawings, plans and bid forms may be obtained by email request to kbrown@carolinemd.org For security reasons, you must enable JavaScript to view this E-mail address. or by accessing the County website at the following link: https://www.carolinemd.org/bids.aspx . Printed copies of the RFP, drawings and bid forms may be obtained from the Caroline County Department of Public Works, located at 520 Wilmuth Street, Denton, Maryland 21629. Refer to RFP# CCDPW2022-06.

Questions about this RFP and/or bid RFIs shall be made in writing and directed to:

Primary Contact:

Kevin Brown

Facilities Superintendent

Caroline County Department of Public Works

410-479-0520

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C.1A MAIL DELIVERY

Bidders are cautioned that bids mailed, shipped express, or hand delivered to arrive the day of the bid opening must be in the offices of the Caroline County Commissioners, County Courthouse, located at 109 Market Street, Denton, Maryland 21629 Caroline County Health Department building, located at 403 South 7th Street, Denton, Maryland 21629, ATTENTION: Jennifer Reibly no later than 10:00 a.m., 11/21/2022. Bids received later than that time will be returned unopened. Proposals must be mailed, shipped, or hand delivered to the address provided above.

Late deliveries will not be accepted under any circumstances.

C.2 CHANGES TO BID DOCUMENTS

Changes to bid documents shall be made only in writing, and copies will be emailed, faxed, or mailed to all known prospective bidders. The County assumes no responsibility for verbal instructions or interpretations. The bid documents contain the provisions required for the contract. Information obtained from an officer, agent, or employee of the County or any other person shall not affect the risks or obligations assumed by the bidder or relieve him or her of fulfilling any of the conditions of the contract.

C.3 BID INSTRUCTIONS

Bids shall be submitted to the offices of the Caroline County Commissioners, Caroline County Health Department building, located at 403 South 7th Street, Denton, Maryland 21629, ATTENTION: Jennifer Reibly. BIDS WILL NOT BE RECEIVED AT ANY OTHER LOCATION. Bids must be received by no later than 10:00 a.m., 11/21/2022.

The Statement below shall be prominently displayed on the outside of the sealed bid document.

  • This is a sealed proposal for Caroline County Circuit Courthouserestoration of exterior site work, façade work and complete exterior restoration and rehabilitation.

Contract RFP# CCDPW 2022-07.

Bidders are strongly encouraged to attend the Pre-Proposal Meeting. The pre-bid meeting will be held on 11/7/22 @ 10:00 a.m. at the Public Works facility at 520 Wilmuth Street in Denton.

C.4 BID OPENING

All bids will be opened and publicly read by designated County staff at 10:00 a.m., 11/21/2022, at the offices of the Caroline County Commissioners, Caroline County Health Department building, Room 111, located at 403 South 7th Street, Denton, Maryland 21629. Bidders and other interested parties are invited to attend.

C.5 BID COMPONENTS Refer to Proposal

C.6 OMISSION OF SPECIFICATIONS

The omission of a bidder of any specifications, or details of any specifications which would normally apply to the products of service herein stated, shall not relieve the bidder from fulfilling those required specifications need to provide an end product best suited to the intended purpose. The best commercial practices are to prevail, and only materials of first quality, correct type, size and design are to be used.

Workmanship shall be of first quality. All parts and materials, whether specified herein or not, shall be rated to meet or exceed the maximum rating required by the product or service and its maximum intended purpose.

C.7 BID FORMS Refer to Proposal

All Bids must be made on the required bid forms. Only one (1) original and three (3) copies of the bid form is required. A conditional or qualified bid will not be acceptable. The base price on the bid form shall be the total cost of the item being bid in accordance with the specifications in the contract documents. Alternates shall only be used to reflect increases or decreases in the base bid price. Only those alternates, which are specifically requested by the County, will be considered.

C.8 BID BOND NOT USED

All bids shall be accompanied by a Bid Security in the form of a certified check or bid bond payable to the County Commissioners of Caroline County, for the penal sum of not less than five (5) percent of the amount representing the bid noted on the standard bidding form. Bid Security will be returned to all bidders upon completion of the Contract Award process, with the exception of the successful bidder. Non-Performance or failure to sign the contract within ten (10) working days after award, or withdrawal of a bid after opening but prior to award, shall result in forfeiture of the Bid Security.

Any Bid Security and related forms and instruments required must be executed and attached to the bid submittal.

C.10 WAIVER OF TECHNICALITIES The County reserves the right to waive formalities or technicalities in bids as the interest of the County may require in accordance with the terms of the County’s Purchasing Ordinance, Chapter 51, Code of Public Laws of Caroline County, Maryland.

C.11 CONTRACT AWARD It is the intent of the County to award a contract to the lowest qualified responsible and responsive bidder within 30 calendar days following bid opening; however, the County requires bidders, by signing the “Standard Bid Acceptance” form to guarantee their bid for a period of 90 days following the bid opening date. The County reserves the right to reject any and/or all bids. C.12 TAX EXEMPTION The County is exempt from paying Federal, State, and Local Excise Taxes. We will provide our sales tax exemption number for the materials on the project. C.13 BASIS OF AWARD The award of this contract is not based on price alone. Award will be based on the bidder submitting any/all information requested, clarity of bid and the County’s determination of the most favorable bid including but not limited to.

  1. Compliance with specifications.

  1. Compliance with terms of bid package.

  1. The County’s assessment of the Contractor’s ability to perform or deliver on time.

  1. Preference given to local vendors pursuant to the Caroline County Purchasing Ordinance.

C.14 MODIFICATIONS OR WITHDRAWAL OF BIDS

  1. Pre-Opening Modifications or Withdrawal of Bids

Bids may be modified or withdrawn by written notice received by the Project Manager before the time and date set for bid opening.

  1. Disposition of Bid Bond – If a bid is withdrawn in accordance with the above, the Bid Bond, if any, shall be returned to the Bidder.

  1. Late Bids, Late Withdrawals, and Late Modifications

Policy – Any request for Withdrawal or Modification received after the time and date set for receipt and opening of bids is late and will be disregarded.

Treatment – A late bid may not be considered under any circumstances and will be returned to the bidder at the bidder’s last known address. Late modifications and late withdrawals will not be considered by the County.

C.15 CONTRACTOR’S ABILITY

The County may undertake such investigations or inquiries as it deems necessary to determine the ability of the bidder to perform the work, and the bidder shall furnish County with all requested information and data for this purpose.

C.16 PAYMENT TERMS

Payment will be made only for properly approved purchase orders supported by adequate information and details enabling the County to make a determination that the appropriate level of performance has been reached, including invoices for materials actually delivered and services actually performed. Otherwise, payment will not be made. Invoices must include the periods covered and a detailed listing of all items included in the invoice, which shall be subject to the review of the County.

C.17 PERFORMANCE BOND - NOT USED

The selected bidders shall furnish a Performance Bond in the amount of one hundred percent (100%) of the bid price. The successful bidder shall be required to furnish the bond at time of execution of the contract. The bidder to whom the contract is awarded will be required to execute the contract and obtain the requisite bonds within ten (10) calendar days from the date when Notice to Award is delivered by the County to the bidder. The Contractor must correct any and all defects in material and/or workmanship which may appear during the guarantee period, or any defects that occur within one (1) year from the date of acceptance, by repairing (or replacing with new items or new materials, if necessary) any such defect at no cost to the County and to the County’s satisfaction. There are no notices or conditions precedent to prevent any potential claim and the Surety will not be entitled to investigate the claim and/or provide completion contractors in the event of default or breach. In the event that suit must be brought against the bond, venue shall be in a Court of competent jurisdiction in Caroline County, Maryland.

C.18 SUBSTITUTIONS

The material, products, and equipment described in the bidding documents established a standard of required function, dimension, appearance, and equality to be met by any proposed substitution. No substitutions will be considered prior to receipt of the bids unless a written request for approval has been received at least ten (10) days prior to the receipt of bids. Each such request shall include the name of material or equipment for which it is to be substituted and a complete description of the proposed substitute including drawings, cuts, performance, test data, and any other information necessary for evaluation.

C.19 ADDENDA

Addenda, if any, will be emailed, mailed or delivered to all that are known to have received a complete set of bidding documents. Copies of Addenda will be made available for inspection wherever bidding documents are on file for that purpose. Bid questions will be received until 12:00 noon on 11/8/2022. Bid questions will not be accepted after this date. Addenda will be issued on or before 11/8/2022 except an Addendum withdrawing the request for bids or one which included postponement of the date for receipt.

C.20 ALTERNATES – NOT USED

An alternate is a dollar amount to be added to or subtracted from the base bid price. The County may request alternate prices to compare various options that may be in their best interest. The County shall have the right to accept alternates in any order or combination, and to determine the low bidder on the basis of the base bid and alternates accepted.

C.21 CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

The Contract Documents shall include this RFP, Information to Bidders, Bid Forms, the County General Terms and Conditions, the contract and any other documents which are clearly intended to be a part of this product or service. A copy of the model contract will be provided at the pre-bid meeting.

C.22 CAROLINE COUNTY PURCHASING CODE

Effective April 05, 2014, all County purchases are subject to and to be accomplished in accordance with Chapter 51 of the CPLL. A copy of the new Chapter 51 may be obtained from the Executive Assistant to the County Commissioners, 410-479-0660. The Caroline County Purchasing System is to ensure that the taxpayers of Caroline County receive full return on the investment of tax dollars; that Caroline County government operates openly, efficiently, and effectively in public purchasing; that vendors and potential vendors are treated fairly; and that local businesses are given the opportunity to provide goods and services that are both cost effective and in the County's interest. The County’s Purchasing Manual may be viewed here: https://www.carolinemd.org/DocumentCenter/View/2949/Caroline-County-Purchasing-Manual---Adopted-09-05-17?bidId =

C.23 BUDGET FUNDING - NON-APPROPRIATIONS CLAUSE

A contract made as a result of this bid will be subject to the appropriation of funding by the County. Because the County is a local government entity, it may enter into a multi-year contracts (contracts which require expenditures beyond the current fiscal year) without doing so as an issuance of debt with accompanying legislation, by including a non-appropriations clause in a contract. Therefore, notwithstanding any provisions in this document or subsequent contract to the contrary, should the County Commissioners of Caroline County determine not to appropriate funds for fulfillment of the contract in a fiscal year or portion thereof, the County shall be permitted to terminate its obligation pursuant to the contract upon thirty days written notice to the Contractor.

C.24 PURCHASE ORDER

Payment will be made only for properly approved purchase orders signed by authorized personnel supported by adequate information and details enabling the County to decide that the appropriate level of performance has been reached, including invoices for materials delivered and services performed. Invoices must include the period covered and a detailing listing of the items included in the invoice, which shall be subject to the review of the County. Invoices shall be submitted in accordance with the schedule outlined in the signed Contract.

C.26 TRADE AND BRAND NAMES

The use of or references to any trade or brand names in this bid package shall be solely for the purpose of establishing a standard and shall in no way infer that other trade and brand names will not be acceptable.

C.27 NON-DISCRIMINATION

The County is an equal opportunity employer. The County compiles with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which provides that no person shall be denied on the grounds of race, color, or national origin, be excluded from, be denied the benefits of, or discriminated against under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance. Each bidder shall verify through execution of the bid form that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, lawful sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, or on any other basis generally prohibited by any federal, State, or local law, rule, or regulation.

C.30 RESERVATION

The County reserves the right to increase or decrease quantities and/or projects at it’s discretion. Price adjustments for changed quantities shall be based upon the difference multiplied by the associated unit price in the executed bid forms.

C.32 PRODUCT LITERATURE

Bidders shall include with their bid submittal literature detailing make, model, and specifications of the product which they are bidding, if applicable.

C.33 EXCEPTION TO BID SPECIFICATIONS

Any bidder taking an exception to stated specifications or requirements must make such exceptions clear and in writing, and shall attach such exceptions to, or include them in, the sealed bid proposal. This section is not to be construed to mean that the county is obligated to accept any such exception. THE COUNTY IS NOT OBLIGATED TO ACCEPT ANY BID NOT IN CONFORMANCE WITH BID SPECIFICATIONS AND MAY REJECT SUCH BIDS WITHOUT COMMENT OR REVIEW. BIDDERS TAKING SUCH EXCEPTIONS DO SO AT THEIR OWN RISK.

C.34 TIME OF DELIVERY

The Contractor, after receipt of written notice of the award of the contract and receipt of the purchase order, shall diligently prosecute same so that it will be fully completed within 150 calendar days. Time is of the essence in the execution of the project. Project completion date: June 30, 2023

C.35 DEFAULT IN CONTRACTING

Should the bidder to whom the contract is awarded fail, or be unable to execute the contract for any reason within seven (7) calendar days after notification of award, then an amount equal to the difference between the accepted bid price and that of the next highest bidder shall be forfeited to the County as liquidated damages.

C.37 CAROLINE COUNTY ETHICS ORDINANCE

By submitting a bid in response hereto, the bidder acknowledges that it is familiar with the County’s Code of Ethics, CPLL, Chapter 33, and certifies that it has no knowledge of any violation of that Chapter, that it has no knowledge of any conflict of interest which may exist or arise under Chapter 33 if the bidder is awarded a contract, and that it has not given any gift (as that term is defined in Chapter 33) to anyone who has or may participate in the awarding of this contract or the management or supervision thereof.

C.38 CAROLINE COUNTY GOVERNMENT SUBSTANCE ABUSE POLICY

On August 15,1995, the County adopted the “Caroline County Government Substance Abuse Policy” designated Resolution #95-015 and recorded in the Clerk’s Office for Caroline County in Liber 2, Pages 961, 962, 963. This policy MUST be strictly adhered to. Prospective bidders are cautioned to make themselves familiar with the policy.

C.39 INSURANCE

Prior to execution of this contract, the successful bidder shall submit a “Certificate of Insurance” indicating it carries the specified insurances in the amount specified in this RFP. Coverage shall be maintained throughout the term of the contract.

Required Coverage:

  1. Professional malpractice, negligence, and errors and omission coverage in minimum amounts of $2,000,000 per event and $1,000,000 per person.
  2. General Liability – Minimum $2,000,000
  3. Workers’ Compensation Insurance as required by law.
  4. Comprehensive Liability Insurance with minimum limits of $1,000,000 per person, $2,000,000 per occurrence. Policy shall include the broad form of Comprehensive General Liability Endorsement or its equivalent.
  5. All required coverages shall include and specifically name the County as an additional insured and loss payee with respect to all operations under the contract.
  6. The successful bidder will furnish the County any up-to-date certificates of insurance stating the requirements listed above at contract implementation.

C.40 IMMIGRATION LAW COMPLIANCE

By submitting and signing a proposal, each bidder hereby certifies that it does not, and if awarded the contract, will not during the performance of the contract, employ illegal workers or otherwise violate any provisions of any applicable federal, State, or local law concerning the employment of illegal aliens, the certification of nationality of workers, or otherwise.

C.41 BID NOTICE DISCLAIMER

The mailing of bid solicitations (notices) to incumbent and/or potential vendors of goods and services is a courtesy extended by the County, as well as a method for generating interest among vendors. Vendors should rely on the public notices published in eMaryland marketplace and the newspapers of general circulation in Caroline County.

C.42 FEDERAL TAX IDENTIFICATION CERTIFICATE (W-9)

All first-time successful bidders doing business with Caroline County must complete the “Federal Taxpayer Identification Certification W-9” and the Workers’ Compensation Commission Sole Proprietor’s Status.

C.43 GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS

All County agreements are subject to the County’s General Terms and Conditions unless otherwise specifically changed or waived hereunder or in the contract.

C.44 IN- COUNTY PREFERENCE

The County Commissioners reserve the right to show preference to local Bidders in the purchase, lease or lease-purchase of goods, services, and construction. The amount of preference shall not exceed five (5) percent in purchases up to or equaling $100,000 and two-and-one-half (2.5) percent in purchase greater than $100,000. Any In-County Bidder in default on payment of any County or state tax shall not be eligible to receive preference until all taxes are paid.

C.45 BID/PROPOSAL AFFIDAVIT

All bidders must complete and execute the Bid/Proposal Affidavit.

NOTE: Any gaps in the number sequencing of items in this document are intentional.


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Addendum # 1


Addendum # 2
Publication Date/Time:
10/6/2022 10:00 AM
Closing Date/Time:
12/5/2022 10:00 AM
Submittal Information:
kbrown@carolinemd.org
Bid Opening Information:
12/5/2022
Addendum Date/Time:
11/18/2022

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