City of Annapolis - West East Express and Poplar Trail Improvements - IFB #26-09 (2026)
City of AnnapolisCity · Annapolis, MD- Due
- Aug 7, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 18, 2026
- Primary contact
- Charles M. Mike Garascia
The 30-second brief
The City of Annapolis is accepting sealed bids for construction phase services for the West East Express, Poplar Trail Improvements and West Extension project under IFB #26-09. The scope of work includes constructing a 10-foot-wide shared use path within an abandoned railway track between Gibraltar Avenue and Admiral Drive, and widening the existing trail from Popular Avenue to Taylor Avenue for a combined distance of approximately 1.3 miles. Bids are due by August 7, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. local time, and can be submitted via email to [email protected] or delivered to the Central Purchasing Office at 161 Duke of Gloucester Street, Annapolis, MD. A virtual pre-bid meeting is scheduled via Google Meet on June 29, 2026.
A. By signing and submitting its bid in response to this Invitation for Bids, the bidder warrants and represents that neither its organization nor any of its officers, directors, partners or owners is currently barred from bidding on contracts by agency of the federal government, any agency of the State of Maryland, any agency of any other state, or any other public body or agency thereof. i. Bidders shall be registered and in “Good Standing” with the Maryland State Department of Assessments and Taxation. ii. Bidders shall be registered within the System for Acquisition Management and not debarred with the Federal Government. B. The City of Annapolis, Maryland has a commitment to the development of its disadvantaged business enterprises, emerging small business community, and minority business enterprises. The City of Annapolis therefore encourages the use of minority and emerging small businesses on all City contracts to the fullest extent reasonably possible. On this particular contract, it has been determined that disadvantaged business enterprise, emerging small business participation and Minority business enterprises of 0.0% is reasonably possible given the availability of minority and emerging small businesses for the scope of work covered by this contract.
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Summary
The City of Annapolis is accepting sealed bids for construction phase services for the West East Express, Poplar Trail Improvements and West Extension project under IFB #26-09.
The scope of work includes constructing a 10-foot-wide shared use path within an abandoned railway track between Gibraltar Avenue and Admiral Drive, and widening the existing trail from Popular Avenue to Taylor Avenue for a combined distance of approximately 1.3 miles. Bids are due by August 7, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. local time, and can be submitted via email to [email protected] or delivered to the Central Purchasing Office at 161 Duke of Gloucester Street, Annapolis, MD. A virtual pre-bid meeting is scheduled via Google Meet on June 29, 2026.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
A. By signing and submitting its bid in response to this Invitation for Bids, the bidder warrants and represents that neither its organization nor any of its officers, directors, partners or owners is currently barred from bidding on contracts by agency of the federal government, any agency of the State of Maryland, any agency of any other state, or any other public body or agency thereof. i. Bidders shall be registered and in “Good Standing” with the Maryland State Department of Assessments and Taxation. ii. Bidders shall be registered within the System for Acquisition Management and not debarred with the Federal Government. B. The City of Annapolis, Maryland has a commitment to the development of its disadvantaged business enterprises, emerging small business community, and minority business enterprises. The City of Annapolis therefore encourages the use of minority and emerging small businesses on all City contracts to the fullest extent reasonably possible. On this particular contract, it has been determined that disadvantaged business enterprise, emerging small business participation and Minority business enterprises of 0.0% is reasonably possible given the availability of minority and emerging small businesses for the scope of work covered by this contract.
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Annapolis, MD
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from City of Annapolis?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 7, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Charles M. Mike Garascia.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including City of Annapolis 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 IFB 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 Charles M. Mike Garascia. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: A. By signing and submitting its bid in response to this Invitation for Bids, the bidder warrants and represents that neither its organization nor any of its officers, directors, partners or owners is currently barred from bidding on contracts by agency of the federal government, any agency of the S. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What documents are required to bid on this IFB?
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 City of Annapolis for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Annapolis, MD. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.