INVITATION FOR BIDS (IFB) Campus Directional Signage Update
Howard Community CollegeHigher Ed · Columbia, MD- Due
- Jan 9, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Dec 8, 2025
- Primary contact
- Drewry L. Brown Jr., Ph.D.
- 443-518-4448
The 30-second brief
Howard Community College is seeking bids for a campus-wide exterior signage and wayfinding update. The project involves replacing approximately 86 signs across the main campus, including vehicle, pedestrian, and building identification signage, and ensuring ADA compliance. Bids are due by January 9, 2026.
Verified sign schedule and installation map, Permit applications and approved permits, Fabrication drawings and color samples, Final installation and inspection sign-off report
Pass/fail criteria, lowest responsive and responsible bidder
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Summary
Howard Community College is seeking bids for a campus-wide exterior signage and wayfinding update.
The project involves replacing approximately 86 signs across the main campus, including vehicle, pedestrian, and building identification signage, and ensuring ADA compliance. Bids are due by January 9, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Pass/fail criteria, lowest responsive and responsible bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Verified sign schedule and installation map
- Permit applications and approved permits
- Fabrication drawings and color samples
- Final installation and inspection sign-off report
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Attachment A – Bid Form
- Firm Information Form
- Sworn Statement of Accuracy Form
- Acknowledgement of Addenda
- Minority Participation Form
- Conflict of Interest Statement
- Ethics Statement
- Bid/Proposal Affidavit
- Licenses
- Submit to
- https://bidlocker.us/details/5514
- Scope location
- Howard Community College Campus
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Howard Community College?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 9, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://bidlocker.us/details/5514. For questions, contact Drewry L. Brown Jr., Ph.D..
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Howard Community College 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 Drewry L. Brown Jr., Ph.D. at 443-518-4448. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Verified sign schedule and installation map, Permit applications and approved permits, Fabrication drawings and color samples, Final installation and inspection sign-off report. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Pass/fail criteria, lowest responsive and responsible bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Howard Community College?
All active and historical solicitations from Howard Community College are tracked and searchable. As a higher ed agency, Howard Community College regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Attachment A – Bid Form, Firm Information Form, Sworn Statement of Accuracy Form, Acknowledgement of Addenda, Minority Participation Form, Conflict of Interest Statement, Ethics Statement, Bid/Proposa. Review the full document from Howard Community College for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Howard Community College Campus. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.