Washington County Public Schools - Door Hardware Replacement - Bid 2027-17 (2026)
Washington County Public SchoolsSchool · Hagerstown, MD- Due
- Oct 6, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 9, 2026
- Primary contact
- Scott Bachtell
- (301) 766-2840
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Washington County Public Schools is soliciting sealed bids for the replacement of identified door hardware, hollow metal doors, frames, and wood doors at Boonsboro Middle School, Northern Middle School, and Smithsburg Middle School in Hagerstown, MD. The work encompasses furnishing all labor, materials, services, and equipment necessary for door hardware installation, after-hours work between 4:00 PM and 11:00 PM, and painting new hollow metal doors and frames. Project documents include hardware specifications, door schedules, and AIA forms. Bids are due by October 6, 2026, at 11:00 AM EDT. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for September 14, 2026, and written questions are due by September 21, 2026. The project has a 30% MBE subcontracting goal and requires compliance with prevailing wage, background checks, and eMMA registration.
Door hardware replacement sets, Hollow metal doors and frames, Flush wood doors, Glazing specifications, Door and hardware schedules per school
Lowest overall price, adherence to scope of work, vendor responsibility and responsiveness
SUMMARY
Washington County Public Schools is soliciting sealed bids for the replacement of identified door hardware, hollow metal doors, frames, and wood doors at Boonsboro Middle School, Northern Middle School, and Smithsburg Middle School in Hagerstown, MD. The work encompasses furnishing all labor, materials, services, and equipment necessary for door hardware installation, after-hours work between 4:00 PM and 11:00 PM, and painting new hollow metal doors and frames.
Project documents include hardware specifications, door schedules, and AIA forms. Bids are due by October 6, 2026, at 11:00 AM EDT. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for September 14, 2026, and written questions are due by September 21, 2026. The project has a 30% MBE subcontracting goal and requires compliance with prevailing wage, background checks, and eMMA registration.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Lowest overall price
- Adherence to scope of work
- Vendor responsibility and responsiveness
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Door hardware replacement sets
- Hollow metal doors and frames
- Flush wood doors
- Glazing specifications
- Door and hardware schedules per school
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Bid/Proposal Affidavit
- MBE Requirements
- Proposal Request Form
- AIA G702
- AIA A201
- Attachment A - Certified MBE Utilization and Fair Solicitation Affidavit
- Attachment B - MBE Participation Schedule
REQUIRED STAFFING
Supervisor/Foreman, General Laborer
- Submit to
- www.wcpspurchasing.com
- Scope location
- Hagerstown, MD
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this Bid from Washington County Public Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 6, 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: www.wcpspurchasing.com. For questions, contact Scott Bachtell.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Washington 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 Scott Bachtell at (301) 766-2840. 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: Supervisor/Foreman, General Laborer. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Door hardware replacement sets, Hollow metal doors and frames, Flush wood doors, Glazing specifications, Door and hardware schedules per school. 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: "Lowest overall price, adherence to scope of work, vendor responsibility and responsiveness" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Washington County Public Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from Washington County Public Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Washington County Public Schools 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 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: Bid/Proposal Affidavit, MBE Requirements, Proposal Request Form, AIA G702, AIA A201, Attachment A - Certified MBE Utilization and Fair Solicitation Affidavit, Attachment B - MBE Participation Schedule. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Washington 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: Hagerstown, MD. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.