Town of Chestertown RFP 2026-08 Facility Improvement Project: General Contracting Services
Town of ChestertownCity · Chestertown, MD- Due
- Sep 25, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Duration
- 1 months
- Primary contact
- Chad P. Rooney
- (410) 778-0500
The 30-second brief
The Town of Chestertown is soliciting proposals from qualified general contractors to provide labor, materials, equipment, supervision, permits, and incidentals necessary for a facility improvement project at Town Hall. Work includes expanding the second-floor meeting room, constructing a stage and modern dais for the Mayor, Town Council, and various boards, constructing two offices and a small meeting space in the current Council Chambers, and removing and installing a small break area for administrative employees. The project also involves audio/visual technology installation including microphones, speakers, and televisions. Sealed proposals are due by Friday, September 25, 2026, at 12:00 PM, submitted to the Town Manager at 118 North Cross Street, Chestertown, MD 21620. A pre-submittal meeting is scheduled for Friday, September 4, 2026, at 11:30 AM at Town Hall.
Expansion of second-floor meeting room, Construction of stage and dais, Construction of two offices and small meeting space in current Council Chambers, Removal and installation of small break area, Installation of microphones, Speakers, Televisions, And sound system
Firm's reputation, quality of previous works, demonstrated timeliness of previous works, responsibility of the firm, and costs
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Summary
The Town of Chestertown is soliciting proposals from qualified general contractors to provide labor, materials, equipment, supervision, permits, and incidentals necessary for a facility improvement project at Town Hall.
Work includes expanding the second-floor meeting room, constructing a stage and modern dais for the Mayor, Town Council, and various boards, constructing two offices and a small meeting space in the current Council Chambers, and removing and installing a small break area for administrative employees. The project also involves audio/visual technology installation including microphones, speakers, and televisions. Sealed proposals are due by Friday, September 25, 2026, at 12:00 PM, submitted to the Town Manager at 118 North Cross Street, Chestertown, MD 21620. A pre-submittal meeting is scheduled for Friday, September 4, 2026, at 11:30 AM at Town Hall.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Firm's reputation
- Quality of previous works
- Demonstrated timeliness of previous works
- Responsibility of the firm
- Costs
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Expansion of second-floor meeting room, Construction of stage and dais, Construction of two offices and small meeting space in current Council Chambers, Removal and installation of small break area, Installation of microphones, Speakers, Televisions, And sound system
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Proposal Submission Form
- Itemized listing of all costs
- Current W-9
- Current Certificate of Insurance
- Three professional references
- Signed copy of all advertised addenda
- Submit to
- Town Manager, 118 North Cross Street, Chestertown, MD 21620
- Scope location
- Chestertown, MD
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Chestertown?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 25, 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: Town Manager, 118 North Cross Street, Chestertown, MD 21620. For questions, contact Chad P. Rooney.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Chestertown 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 RFP 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 Chad P. Rooney at (410) 778-0500. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Expansion of second-floor meeting room, Construction of stage and dais, Construction of two offices and small meeting space in current Council Chambers, Removal and installation of small break area, Installation of microphones, Speakers, Televisions, And sound system. 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: "Firm's reputation, quality of previous works, demonstrated timeliness of previous works, responsibility of the firm, and costs" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Chestertown?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Chestertown are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Chestertown 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 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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: Proposal Submission Form, itemized listing of all costs, current W-9, current Certificate of Insurance, three professional references, signed copy of all advertised addenda. Review the full document from Town of Chestertown for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Chestertown, MD. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.