Frederick County Public Schools - 27M4, Unit Price Contract for Mulch, 2026
Frederick County Public SchoolsSchool · Frederick, MD- Due
- Oct 23, 2026
- 6 days left
- Posted
- Oct 1, 2026
- Primary contact
- Edward Reinhold
- (240) 586-8563
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SUMMARY
Frederick County Public Schools is seeking bids for a unit price contract to supply and install Engineered Wood Fiber (EWF), IPEMA Certified playground surfacing, and hardwood/landscape mulch at identified locations throughout the school system.
Work includes delivery and installation of blown-in EWF, placement of landscape mulch, and all necessary labor, materials, and supervision. The submission deadline is October 23, 2026, at 11:00 am, with a question deadline of October 14, 2026. A non-mandatory pre-proposal meeting is scheduled for October 7, 2026. Electronic bids must be submitted via OpenGov Procurement.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Statutory Affidavit and Non-Collusion Form
- Certificate of Compliance Form
- Vendor Conflict of Interest Disclosure Form
- W9
- Proprietary Information Form
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/fcps
- Scope location
- Frederick, MD
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this Bid from Frederick County Public Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 23, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/fcps. For questions, contact Edward Reinhold.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Frederick County Public Schools 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 Edward Reinhold at (240) 586-8563. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Frederick County Public Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from Frederick County Public Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Frederick County Public Schools 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 23, 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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Statutory Affidavit and Non-Collusion Form, Certificate of Compliance Form, Vendor Conflict of Interest Disclosure Form, W9, Proprietary Information Form. Review the full document from Frederick County Public Schools for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Frederick, MD. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.