Howard Community College - East Garage Repairs - IFB Number 27P-001 (2026)
Howard Community CollegeHigher Ed · Columbia, MD- Due
- Dec 1, 2026
- 25 days left
- Posted
- Oct 29, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Drewry L. Brown
- (443) 518-4668
The 30-second brief
Howard Community College seeks sealed, firm-fixed-price bids from qualified parking-structure restoration contractors for structural concrete repairs and preventative maintenance at the East Expansion Garage, located at 5640 Faculty Drive, Columbia, MD 21044, under Project 30-26107.01-2. The scope of work includes full-depth cast-in-place concrete topping repairs, precast double-tee flange repairs, shear connector restoration, carbon-fiber biscuit replacement, slab crack and construction joint routing and sealing, and joint sealant replacement. Bids are due by December 01, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. local time via Equity Hub's Bid Locker. A pre-bid conference is scheduled for November 16, 2026, at 10:00 am EST at the Hickory Ridge Building, Room 320, with questions due by November 20, 2026, at 12pm EST. The contract requires a 29% non-mandatory MBE participation goal and 5-year contractor guarantees on the work.
Full-depth concrete topping repair (193 SF), Full-depth precast double-tee flange repair (10 SF), Shear connector restoration (35 EA), Carbon-fiber biscuit shear connector replacement (4 EA), Rout and seal roof-level slab cracks (600 LF), Rout and seal construction joints (approx. 2, 352 LF), Replace double-tee joint sealant (approx. 3, 812 LF), Replace perimeter cove joint sealant (approx. 2, 000 LF), General conditions / mobilization, Miscellaneous work, Protection, Drainage and restoration, General conditions allowance ($9, 497.36 fixed)
Pass/fail determination of responsiveness and bidder responsibility, price evaluation based on Total Base Bid
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Summary
Howard Community College seeks sealed, firm-fixed-price bids from qualified parking-structure restoration contractors for structural concrete repairs and preventative maintenance at the East Expansion Garage, located at 5640 Faculty Drive, Columbia, MD 21044, under Project 30-26107.01-2.
The scope of work includes full-depth cast-in-place concrete topping repairs, precast double-tee flange repairs, shear connector restoration, carbon-fiber biscuit replacement, slab crack and construction joint routing and sealing, and joint sealant replacement. Bids are due by December 01, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. local time via Equity Hub's Bid Locker. A pre-bid conference is scheduled for November 16, 2026, at 10:00 am EST at the Hickory Ridge Building, Room 320, with questions due by November 20, 2026, at 12pm EST. The contract requires a 29% non-mandatory MBE participation goal and 5-year contractor guarantees on the work.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Pass/fail determination of responsiveness and bidder responsibility, price evaluation based on Total Base Bid
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
13- Full-depth concrete topping repair (193 SF)
- Full-depth precast double-tee flange repair (10 SF)
- Shear connector restoration (35 EA)
- Carbon-fiber biscuit shear connector replacement (4 EA)
- Rout and seal roof-level slab cracks (600 LF)
- Rout and seal construction joints (approx. 2, 352 LF)
- Replace double-tee joint sealant (approx. 3, 812 LF)
- Replace perimeter cove joint sealant (approx. 2, 000 LF)
- General conditions / mobilization
- Miscellaneous work
- Protection
- Drainage and restoration
- General conditions allowance ($9, 497.36 fixed)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- Attachment A - Financial Bid Form
- Firm Information Form
- Sworn Statement of Accuracy Form
- Acknowledgment of Addenda
- Minority Participation Form
- Conflict of Interest Statement
- Ethics Statement
- Bid/Proposal Affidavit
- References
- Certificates of insurance
REQUIRED STAFFING
3- Submit to
- https://bidlocker.us/details/4687
- Scope location
- Columbia, MD
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 December 1, 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/4687. For questions, contact Drewry L. Brown.
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 at (443) 518-4668. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: superintendent, repair crews, foreman. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Full-depth concrete topping repair (193 SF), Full-depth precast double-tee flange repair (10 SF), Shear connector restoration (35 EA), Carbon-fiber biscuit shear connector replacement (4 EA), Rout and seal roof-level slab cracks (600 LF), Rout and seal construction joints (approx. 2, 352 LF), Replac. 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 determination of responsiveness and bidder responsibility, price evaluation based on Total Base Bid" 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 is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 1, 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 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 - Financial Bid Form, Firm Information Form, Sworn Statement of Accuracy Form, Acknowledgment of Addenda, Minority Participation Form, Conflict of Interest Statement, Ethics Statement, Bi. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. 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: Columbia, MD. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.