Prequalification for Construction Contracts exceeding $50,000 value

To ensure that every construction contractor possesses sufficient capital, bonding capacity, equipment and experience to complete large-scale building and renovation projects for Harford County, the County requires each to submit, biannually, a package detailing its assets, staff, and experience in the areas for which it wishes to be considered for awards exceeding $50,000 estimated value. Representatives of the departments of Procurement and Public Works review completed forms, and recommend issuance of prequalification certificates to qualified firms.

Contractors not previously prequalified should allow 60 days for the Prequalification Committee to review the original submittal, check references, and issue the prequalification certificate. Biannual renewals should be submitted not less than 30 days prior to expiration of a current certificate. In all cases, packages must be received in the Department of Procurement in sufficient time to permit issuance of new/renewal or revised certificates at least than 10 working days before the opening of any bid for which the contractor expects to be considered.

To obtain a prequalification application, call 410.638.3550.