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Oct 21, 2026
Nov 23, 2026
Sale of surplus properties.
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Oct 7, 2026
Nov 4, 2026
NOTICE TO BIDDERS The Mayor and City Council of Cumberland, Maryland are soliciting bids for the project: EVITTS CREEK PUMP STATION COMPACTOR PROJECT CITY PROJECT NO. 2026-22-WRF Completed bids shall be submitted to the City of Cumberland�s online solicitation website, until but not after 2:00 p.m., local time, on 11/4/26. All Bids will be virtually released at 2:00 p.m. on that date and available to view on the website. Released bid information does not constitute any award has been made. Project description: This project includes the replacement of a compactor at the Evitts Creek Pump Station. A "Mandatory PREBID SESSION� for the purpose of answering or obtaining answers to questions of parties interested in performing the work, relative to construction details, will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. on 10/14/26 in the Operations Building Conference Room, John J. DiFonzo Water Reclamation Facility, 400 E Offut Street, Cumberland, MD. A Proposal Guaranty (Bond or Certified Check) in the amount of at least 5% of the total bid shall be submitted with each bid. The successful bidder will be required to submit a Performance Bond and a Payment Bond, for all construction contracts in excess of $100,000, at the time the contract is executed. The Mayor and City Council reserve the right to waive any technicalities and to reject any or all bids, and to accept any or all proposals which in their judgment is to the best interest of the City. The City of Cumberland is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF CUMBERLAND /s/ Allison Layton CITY CLERK Mandatory In Person Conference Date Date: October 14, 2026 at 11:00 AM EDT A "MANDATORY PREBID SESSION� for the purpose of answering or obtaining answers to questions of parties interested in performing the work, relative to construction details, will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. on 10/14/26 in the Operations Building Conference Room, John J. DiFonzo Water Reclamation Facility, 400 E Offut Street, Cumberland, MD.
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Census ID
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193455
Employee FTE
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247
Population
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18,799
Procurement Difficulty Score
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58 / 100
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Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Cumberland
The meeting consisted of a site tour to observe construction progress and improvements at 19 Frederick Street. The discussion focused on project challenges, specifically regarding securing contractor commitments and maintaining an affordable budget. Financial details were reviewed, including a $300,000 cash investment to date and a projected total cost of $1-1.2 million. The strategy for phased completion, allowing for individual space occupancy while construction continues elsewhere in the building, was also discussed.
The council reviewed and approved various administrative and operational items. Key resolutions included authorizing water quality bonds for a wastewater project and granting a property tax credit to the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad. The council introduced several FY27 ordinances concerning tax levies, budget appropriations for the general, sewer, water, and special funds, and proposed increases for water and sewer rates. The consent agenda included the approval of multiple orders, such as extending a timber sale contract, authorizing infrastructure repairs, declaring surplus properties, accepting chemical bids for utility departments, establishing outdoor dining leases, and executing a master service agreement for insurance consulting services. Public comments addressed concerns regarding sewer rates, parking payment features, and city transparency.
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The meeting consisted of a closed session and a work session. During the closed session, the council received solicitor advice regarding the Memorial Hospital Project. The work session involved updates on the Citizen's Local Government Academy and upcoming community events. The council reviewed the public meeting agenda, which included discussions on contracts for shared employee benefits, police services, downtown maintenance, sludge disposal and hauling, property mowing, a fiber infrastructure franchise agreement, and sewer repairs. Furthermore, updates were provided on the success of the Levitt Amp series, the transition of the Downtown Development Commission to a Business Improvement District, downtown event impacts, transit system improvements, and the Mayor's participation in the MACo summer conference.
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