Town of Chestertown RFP 2026-10 - Water Treatment Facility Building Demolition 2026
Town of ChestertownCity · Chestertown, MD- Due
- Oct 30, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Chad P. Rooney
- (410) 778-0500
The 30-second brief
The Town of Chestertown is soliciting proposals under RFP 2026-10 for the demolition and removal of the designated building at the Chestertown Water Treatment Plant located at 405 North Kent Street, Chestertown, MD 21620. The scope includes labor, equipment, and permits necessary to demolish the building, concrete floor slab, foundations, and footings, remove demolition debris, dispose of materials off-site, and perform site restoration including backfilling, grading, and erosion control. All work must be completed no later than December 22, 2026, to support American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding requirements. Sealed proposals must be received by 12:00 p.m. on Friday, October 30, 2026. Written questions are due by October 23, 2026, and proposals will be evaluated based on price, demolition experience, past performance, schedule, and contractor responsibility.
Demolish and remove designated building, Concrete floor slab, Foundations, And footings; lawfully remove and dispose of debris off site; backfill excavations, Compact, And restore area grades; apply mulch or approved erosion-control material for site stabilization
Price, relevant demolition experience, past performance, demonstrated ability to complete all work by December 22, 2026, contractor responsibility
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Summary
The Town of Chestertown is soliciting proposals under RFP 2026-10 for the demolition and removal of the designated building at the Chestertown Water Treatment Plant located at 405 North Kent Street, Chestertown, MD 21620.
The scope includes labor, equipment, and permits necessary to demolish the building, concrete floor slab, foundations, and footings, remove demolition debris, dispose of materials off-site, and perform site restoration including backfilling, grading, and erosion control. All work must be completed no later than December 22, 2026, to support American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding requirements. Sealed proposals must be received by 12:00 p.m. on Friday, October 30, 2026. Written questions are due by October 23, 2026, and proposals will be evaluated based on price, demolition experience, past performance, schedule, and contractor responsibility.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Price
- Relevant demolition experience
- Past performance
- Demonstrated ability to complete all work by December 22
- 2026
- Contractor responsibility
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Demolish and remove designated building, Concrete floor slab, Foundations, And footings
- Lawfully remove and dispose of debris off site
- Backfill excavations, Compact, And restore area grades
- Apply mulch or approved erosion-control material for site stabilization
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, Town of Chestertown, 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 October 30, 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, Town of Chestertown, 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: Demolish and remove designated building, Concrete floor slab, Foundations, And footings; lawfully remove and dispose of debris off site; backfill excavations, Compact, And restore area grades; apply mulch or approved erosion-control material for site stabilization. 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: "Price, relevant demolition experience, past performance, demonstrated ability to complete all work by December 22, 2026, contractor responsibility" 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 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.