Charles County VanGo Maintenance Facility Construction - Project No. 32208-030
Charles CountyCounty · Charles County, MD- Due
- Oct 29, 2026
- 12 days left
- Posted
- Sep 24, 2026
- Primary contact
- Shane Rowan
- (240) 890-1203
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SUMMARY
The Board of Commissioners for Charles County seeks qualified contractors to provide construction services for a new public transit facility to support VanGo operations in Charles County, MD. The project consists of the complete construction, testing, commissioning, training, and turnover of the Charles County VanGo Transit Operations and Maintenance Facility located on VanGo Way in Waldorf, Maryland (Tax Map 24, Grid 22, Parcel 169, Project No. 32208-030, PGM # DSP-230025).
The approximately 180,000-square-foot program on a 6.72-acre site supports approximately 50 transit buses, featuring an operations and maintenance building, bus parking and circulation, VanGo Way and access-road improvements, bus wash and chassis wash facilities, fare-collection facilities, a fueling island with a pad-mounted fuel storage tank, utilities, grading, drainage, stormwater management, and landscaping. The project is funded in part by Federal and State transit funds through the Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) and is subject to MTA, FTA, labor, and environmental compliance requirements. Bids are due by October 29, 2026, at 3:00 PM.
- Submit to
- 200 Baltimore Street, N/A, La Plata, MD, 20646
- Scope location
- Waldorf, MD
- Projected sq ft
- 180,000 sq ft
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this Bid from Charles County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 29, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: 200 Baltimore Street, N/A, La Plata, MD, 20646. For questions, contact Shane Rowan.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Charles County in MD, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Shane Rowan at (240) 890-1203. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Charles County?
All active and historical solicitations from Charles County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Charles County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 29, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. Review the full document from Charles County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Waldorf, MD. The total projected area is 180000 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.