Electrical, PLUMBING AND HVAC TRADES FOR THE BUILDING ADDITION AT THE WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT

TOWN OF EMMITSBURG
300A South Seton Avenue Emmitsburg, Maryland 21727; Phone: 301-600-6300; info@emmitsburgmd.gov
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, AND HVAC TRADES FOR THE BUILDING
ADDITION AT THE WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT
Contents:
I. SCOPE OF WORK .....................................................................................................1
Electrical Trade ...................................................................................................2
Plumbing Trade ...................................................................................................3
HVAC Trade .......................................................................................................4
II. SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS ..............................................................................4
III. QUESTIONS ..............................................................................................................5
IV. PROPOSED TIMELINE ............................................................................................5
V. MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION ......................................................................6
VI. ATTACHMENTS .......................................................................................................6
I. SCOPE OF WORK
The Mayor and Commissioners of Emmitsburg, Maryland, are requesting sealed bids from
qualified contractors for Construction Trades, including Electrical, Plumbing, and HVAC, for the
addition to the Wastewater Treatment Plant building at 16707 Creamery Road. Sealed proposals
are due by 4:00 PM on Tuesday, June 30, 2026. Please see "Submittal Requirements" on how to
submit your bid.
The Town has issued a separate solicitation for the construction of the building and associated
concrete pad and anticipates awarding that contract at the July 13, 2026, Mayor and
Commissioners Meeting. The scope of this Request for Proposals is limited to the furnishing and
installation of electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems, including a standby generator and
sanitary sewer grinder pump system, for the new building addition.
A pre-bid meeting will be held on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at 11:00 am at 16707 Creamery
Road.
Bids shall meet and/or exceed the requirements contained herein for at least one (1) construction
trade. Bidders may provide combination discounts or credits for multiple trade awards.
Combination discounts will be considered during bid evaluation; however, the Town reserves the
right to make awards by individual trade, by combination of trades, or as a single combined
award in the Town's best interest.
For each trade, the bidder shall:
a. Be responsible for obtaining all required permits and inspections.
b. Supply all materials required to complete the work. Equipment, fixtures, piping, and
materials installed within the facility shall be suitable for municipal wastewater utility
environments and resistant to corrosion, moisture, and normal chemical exposure
associated with wastewater treatment operations.

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c. Perform installation in accordance with applicable local, state, and national building and
trade codes
d. Provide weather-tight and vermin-tight seals for all penetrations through exterior walls,
floors, and roofs.
e. Coordinate with other trades and the selected building contractor, who will serve as the
general contractor, as necessary.
f. Deliver a complete, tested, and operational installation.
g. Upon completion, the contractor(s) shall provide all operating manuals, warranty
documentation, product data sheets, and required training for Town Staff.
ELECTRICAL TRADE
The electrical contractor shall supply and install all required electrical components and
infrastructure for the building addition, which includes the following:
1. General Electrical Distribution and Backup Power: Providing a subpanel from the existing
200 amp service located in the existing building (photo attached), to serve the new building.
Contractor shall:
a. Coordinate installation to meet applicable building and electrical codes.
b. Provide electrical installation throughout the building addition that includes
furnishing and installing all wiring, conduit, panels, breakers, and associated
components, as required.
c. Provide and install a permanent standby generator with an automatic transfer switch
(ATS). The generator shall be sized by the contractor to support the connected loads
of the building addition and the existing attached building. Generator sizing
calculations shall be submitted with the bid.
d. Provide electrical receptacles throughout the building. Receptacle quantity and
placement shall support a typical laboratory and building operations and comply with
applicable codes and standards. No more than six (6) outlets shall be installed on a 15
amp circuit. Receptacle placement shall account for future countertops to be installed
by others. At least three (3) receptacles shall be installed on each wall.
2. Provide electrical services connection, disconnect(s), and associated wiring for the following:
a. Dryer appliance will be owner-furnished and installed. Contractor shall provide
electrical service only. No dryer exhaust duct is required.
b. Provide electrical circuiting and connection for all Plumbing equipment, including a
40-gallon electric Hot Water Heater
c. Provide electrical circuiting and connections for all HVAC equipment, including
mini-split outdoor unit(s), indoor units requiring power, and Energy Recovery
Ventilator (ERV).
d. Provide branch circuit, disconnect, and power connections to grinder pump control
panel furnished by the Plumbing Contractor.
3. Lighting Requirements: Provide a complete, operational LED lighting system for the 660 sq
ft building. Fixtures must be energy-efficient and optimized for an open ceiling with a 12-
foot wall height. To ensure maximum value and project flexibility, the bidding contractor
may select the exact fixture manufacturers and models, provided they meet or exceed the
performance targets listed below.

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a. Main Room: Eight (8) suspended 4-foot industrial LED strip fixtures (4,000-5,000
lumens each, 4000K/5000K), chain or cable-mounted from the trusses to avoid roof
shadows, or equivalent.
b. Small Room: Two (2) 4-foot industrial LED strip fixtures (approx. 4,000 lumens
each), or equivalent.
c. Bathroom: One (1) surface-mounted, damp-rated 2-foot or 4-foot enclosed LED wrap
fixture (2,000-3,000 lumens), or equivalent.
d. Controls & Safety: Wall-switch occupancy sensors for each room as required by
building code.
e. Contractor Flexibility: Wattage-selectable and lumen-selectable LED fixtures are
highly preferred to allow on-site tuning and ensure the best commercial value.
PLUMBING TRADE
Contractor shall connect building plumbing systems to the Town-provided domestic water
service stub at the building location. The plumbing contractor shall supply and install all required
plumbing components and infrastructure for the building addition, which includes the following:
1. Bathroom Plumbing: Provide and install plumbing for one (1) bathroom containing:
a. One (1) Shower with a 36-inch shower enclosure.
b. One (1) vanity approximately 24 inches wide.
c. One (1) comfort height toilet.
d. Associated water supply, drain(s), vent(s), and fixtures as needed
2. Water Heating System: Provide and install a hot water system that includes:
a. One (1) 40-gallon electric water heater
b. Associated water supply, drain(s), venting (if applicable), and accessories as needed
3. Laundry: Provide and install connections for a future washer that includes:
a. Water supply and drain for clothes washer (provided by others).
b. Associated venting (if applicable), and accessories as needed.
4. Laboratory Area Sink: Provide and install a utility/tub sink in the main room that includes:
a. One (1) laundry tub/utility sink
b. Associated water supply, drain(s), vent(s), and fixtures as needed
5. Sanitary Sewer Pump Assembly: Contractor shall furnish and install one (1) complete
packaged simplex grinder pump station comparable to a Liberty Pumps ProVore 380 Series
(Model P382XPRG101) or approved equal. The Town will provide the force main trench
excavation from the pump discharge point to the municipal connection location. Electrical
service and power connections shall be provided by the Electrical Contractor. The system
shall include:
a. One (1) 1 HP grinder pump.
b. Polyethylene basin approximately 24 inches in diameter by 24 inches deep.
c. Gas-tight basin cover.
d. Integral automatic level controls.
e. High-water alarm.
f. Internal check valve and isolation valve.
g. Quick-disconnect discharge piping arrangement.

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h. All required piping, fittings, venting, startup, and testing.
HVAC TRADE
The HVAC contractor shall supply and install a complete heating and cooling solution that
maintains a comfortable and functional environment throughout the entire building year-round.
Bid shall include all HVAC equipment, refrigerant piping, condensate piping, line-set covers,
equipment pad, startup, testing, and commissioning. Electrical service conductors, disconnects,
and final power connections shall be provided by the Electrical Contractor. Capacities listed are
minimum requirements. Contractor shall verify sizing based upon building envelope, occupancy,
and intended use. The work includes the following:
1. Primary Climate Control System:
a. System Type: Multi-zone ductless heat pump system (Inverter technology)
b. Total Outdoor Capacity: 24,000 BTU (Minimum 20 SEER2 / 10 HSPF2)
c. Indoor Zone 1 (Large Main Room): 12,000 BTU Wall-Mount Air Handler
d. Indoor Zone 2 (Smaller Room): 9,000 BTU Wall-Mount Air Handler
e. Bathroom: Contractor to propose a passive air-transfer design or a shared slim-duct
solution from Zone 2. No dedicated ductless wall head.
f. Bid must include line-set covers, refrigerant piping, condensate piping, concrete
equipment pad, startup, testing, commissioning, and a minimum 5-year
parts/compressor warranty.
2. Fresh Air & Discharge Ventilation:
a. Installation of a dedicated Energy Recovery Ventilator (ERV) sized to provide
continuous fresh air exchange and stale air discharge for the Large Main Room
(independent of the ductless mini-split system), or approved equivalent.
b. Source equipment capable of maintaining balanced building pressure (equal supply
and exhaust airflow rates).
II. SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS
Please submit at least (4) four hard copies of your bid to the Town of Emmitsburg, Attn: Town
Manager, 300A South Seton Avenue, Emmitsburg, MD 21727. No email submittals will be
accepted. Please note on bids, "Construction Trades for Building Addition, Do Not Open."
Contractors can either mail submittals, deliver submittals to the Town Office on the 2nd floor, or
place submittals in the black drop box labeled "Town of Emmitsburg" at the rear of the Emmitsburg
Community Center (300A South Seton Ave.). If a submittal receipt is requested, please email
info@emmitsburgmd.gov or call 301-600-6300. At a minimum, all bids must include the
following:
A.) Letter of Transmittal: The letter of transmittal must contain the following information:
1. Name, title, address, e-mail address, and telephone number of the person(s) to whom
correspondence should be directed regarding the bid and any questions.
2. Do any warranties come with the work?
3. Confirmation of your availability to coordinate work with the building construction

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expected in September to early November 2026.
4. Statement which indicates "proposal and cost schedule shall be valid and binding for
ninety (90) days following proposal due date and will become part of the contract that is
negotiated with the Town of Emmitsburg".
B.) Warranty: Please describe all warranties that will be provided, including any conditions and
response time for repair and/or replacement of any components during the warranty period.
Please also indicate the life expectancy under normal use, considering it will be subject to
Maryland weather.
C.) Detailed cost statement: Clearly state any engineering, state fees, and permit fees. Please
note that the Town is tax-exempt. In addition to a detailed cost statement by line item for the
respective trade, a completed and signed copy of the attached Bid Form must be submitted.
D.) References: Please provide the name, phone number and email of at least two (2) client
references for similar work completed within the past three (3) years. Please provide the
organization's name, address, and email address of the person(s) at the reference who is most
knowledgeable about the work performed.
E.) Proof of Insurance: The successful proposer must have and maintain current workers'
compensation insurance, comprehensive general liability, and automobile insurance for
bodily injury, death, or loss of or damage to property of third persons in the minimum
amount of $1,000,000 per occurrence, with the Town of Emmitsburg as an additional named
insured. Please list the policy number, insurance company, and expiration date with your bid.
III. QUESTIONS
Submit questions in writing to Jared Brantner at jbrantner@emmitsburgmd.gov by June 19,
2026, at 5:00 pm. All questions and corresponding answers will be included in an Addendum
that will be posted in writing on the Town's website.
IV. PROPOSED TIMELINE
June 10, 2026 Request for Proposals (RFP) published.
June 16, 2026 at 11:00 am Pre-bid Meeting
June 19, 2026 at 5:00 pm Question Submission Deadline
July 1, 2026 at 4:00 pm BID DEADLINE
July 13, 2026 Tentative: Bid review/approval by the Board of Commissioners.

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V. MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION
* The Town of Emmitsburg reserves the right to accept or reject any and/or all bids and to
waive any informalities or irregularities in the bidding process.
* The Town reserves the right to award contracts by individual trade, by combination of trades,
or as a single combined award. In determining the lowest responsive and responsible bidder,
the Town may consider any combination of discounts or credits offered by bidders.
Combination discounts shall be considered in evaluating bids; however, the Town reserves
the right to make awards in a manner determined to be in the Town's best interest, including
separate awards by trade.
* The RFP creates no obligation on the part of the Town to award a contract or to compensate
the proposer for any costs incurred during the proposal presentation, response, submission,
presentation, or oral interviews (if requested/held). The Town reserves the right to award a
contract based upon proposals received without further discussion or negotiation. Proposers
should not rely upon the opportunity to alter their qualifications during discussions.
* The Town further reserves the right to make investigations as it deems necessary to
determine the ability of proposers to furnish the required services, and proposers shall furnish
all such information for this proposal as the Town may request.
* Proposers must specifically identify any portion of their submittals deemed to contain
confidential or proprietary information.
* The Town of Emmitsburg does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex,
sexual orientation, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services.
VI. ATTACHMENTS
* Bid Form
* Building Layout Plan
* Building Isometric Plan
* Site Layout Plan
* Photo of existing electric panel

TOWN OF EMMITSBURG
300A South Seton Avenue Emmitsburg, Maryland 21727; Phone: 301-600-6300; info@emmitsburgmd.gov
BID SHEET
ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, AND HVAC TRADES FOR THE BUILDING
ADDITION AT THE WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT
Bidder Name: _____________________________________________________
Contact Person: ___________________________________________________
Phone: _______________________ Email: _____________________________
Maryland License Number(s): ________________________________________
The undersigned agrees to furnish all labor, materials, equipment, permits, supervision, testing, startup,
and incidentals necessary to complete the work described in the Bid Documents for the trade(s)
indicated below.
BASE BID PRICING: The bidder shall enter pricing only for the trade(s) they are proposing to
perform.
Trade Lump Sum Bid
Electrical Trade $
Plumbing Trade $
HVAC Trade $
OPTIONAL COMBINATION AWARD CREDITS: If awarded multiple trades, the bidder may offer
a credit (discount) to the Town. Credits shall be entered as a deduction from the combined trade totals.
Trade Credit
Electrical + Plumbing ($ )
Electrical + HVAC ($ )
Plumbing + HVAC ($ )
Electrical + Plumbing + HVAC ($ )
If no credit is offered, enter "$0.00".
CERTIFICATION: The undersigned certifies that they have examined the bid documents, visited the
site or had the opportunity to do so, and are fully informed regarding the conditions affecting the work.
Authorized Signature: ______________________________________
Printed Name: ____________________________________________
Title: ______________________________ Date: ________________

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LAYOUT PLAN
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DRAWN BY:BEW
DESIGN BY:
Town of Emmitsburg REVIEW BY:JB
300A South Seton Avenue DATE:6/8/2026
NOTE: THESE PLANS WERE PREPARED FOR BENEFIT OF THE CONTRACTOR Emmitsburg, MD 21727
TO UNDERSTAND THE INTENTIONS OF THE TOWN. CONTRACTOR IS RESPONSIBLE 5' 2' 1' 0 5' (301) 600-6300 SCALE: 1/4" = 1'
FOR DETERMINING FINAL PLAN LAYOUT FOR UTILITIES AND DEVELOPING REF NO:
ANY PLANS REQUIRED FOR PERMITTING OR CONSTRUCTION.
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NOTE: THESE PLANS WERE PREPARED FOR BENEFIT OF THE CONTRACTOR
TO UNDERSTAND THE INTENTIONS OF THE TOWN. CONTRACTOR IS RESPONSIBLE 10' 4' 2' 0 10' 1/8" = 1'
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NOTE: THESE PLANS WERE PREPARED FOR BENEFIT OF THE CONTRACTOR
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