Wicomico County - Atrium Ballistic-Resistant Officer Desk on Raised Platform - 2027-IFB-032 (2026)
- Due
- Nov 3, 2026
- 17 days left
- Posted
- Oct 13, 2026
- Primary contact
- Shelly Fitzgerald
- (410) 548-4822
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Wicomico County is seeking competitive bids for the design, manufacture, delivery, installation, and warranty of an Atrium Ballistic-Resistant Officer Desk on Raised Platform for the Circuit Court for Wicomico County, Maryland (Solicitation 2027-IFB-032). The project involves a turn-key installation of a bullet-resistant security desk and a 12-inch raised platform with a 6-inch step, positioned adjacent to screening checkpoints to observe individuals entering the courthouse, enhance officer security, and provide immediate armed attack response capabilities. The desk specifications include UL 752 Level 3 or Level 4 ballistic protection options, approximate dimensions of 84 inches width by 96 inches depth by 45 inches height, ballistic fiberglass core with plastic laminate finish, and a minimum of four drawers. Submission deadline is November 3, 2026, at 2:30 pm, with a non-mandatory pre-bid meeting on October 20, 2026, and question deadline on October 27, 2026. Vendors must provide Maryland Certificate of Good Standing, Affidavit of Qualification, Non-Collusion Affidavit, and three current references.
Price, Ability, capacity, and skill to provide the commodities or services, Character, integrity, reputation, experience, and efficiency, Quality of past performance, Previous compliance with laws, Evidence of adequate insurance, Current workload and capacity, Methods to be used in fulfilling the Contract
SUMMARY
Wicomico County is seeking competitive bids for the design, manufacture, delivery, installation, and warranty of an Atrium Ballistic-Resistant Officer Desk on Raised Platform for the Circuit Court for Wicomico County, Maryland (Solicitation 2027-IFB-032).
The project involves a turn-key installation of a bullet-resistant security desk and a 12-inch raised platform with a 6-inch step, positioned adjacent to screening checkpoints to observe individuals entering the courthouse, enhance officer security, and provide immediate armed attack response capabilities. The desk specifications include UL 752 Level 3 or Level 4 ballistic protection options, approximate dimensions of 84 inches width by 96 inches depth by 45 inches height, ballistic fiberglass core with plastic laminate finish, and a minimum of four drawers. Submission deadline is November 3, 2026, at 2:30 pm, with a non-mandatory pre-bid meeting on October 20, 2026, and question deadline on October 27, 2026. Vendors must provide Maryland Certificate of Good Standing, Affidavit of Qualification, Non-Collusion Affidavit, and three current references.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
14- Price
- Ability
- Capacity
- Skill to provide the commodities or services
- Character
- Integrity
- Reputation
- Experience
- Efficiency
- Quality of past performance
- Previous compliance with laws
- Evidence of adequate insurance
- Current workload and capacity
- Methods to be used in fulfilling the Contract
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Certificate of Good Standing with the State of Maryland
- Affidavit of Qualification to Bid
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Individual Principal Form
- Three current references
- Certificates of Insurance
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/wicomicocounty
- Scope location
- Salisbury, MD
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this Bid from Wicomico County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 3, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/wicomicocounty. For questions, contact Shelly Fitzgerald.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Wicomico County 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 Shelly Fitzgerald at (410) 548-4822. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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, Ability, capacity, and skill to provide the commodities or services, Character, integrity, reputation, experience, and efficiency, Quality of past performance, Previous compliance with laws, Ev..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Wicomico County?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 3, 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 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: Certificate of Good Standing with the State of Maryland, Affidavit of Qualification to Bid, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Individual Principal Form, Three current references, Certificates of Insurance. Review the full document from Wicomico County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Salisbury, MD. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.