Code of Maryland Regulations
Title 21 - STATE PROCUREMENT REGULATIONS
Subtitle 11 - SOCIOECONOMIC POLICIES
Chapter 21.11.04 - Contractor's Affirmative Action Plan Review/Approval and Compliance Monitoring Process - DOT
Section 21.11.04.02 - Contractor Affirmative Action Plan Review/Approval Process

A. Contract Advertisement. All bids or offers on construction contracts shall include the Pre-Approved Contractor Affirmative Action Plan which outlines the contractor's and subcontractors' responsibilities to insure equal opportunity. When vendors secure the project plans and specifications, with the provisions included, they also shall receive a copy of the Minority Business Enterprise List and the Community Resources List to use as reference materials in developing and implementing their Affirmative Action Plans.

B. Pre-Bid or Pre-Proposal Conference. When a pre-bid or pre-proposal conference is held, the Administration Equal Opportunity Officer shall explain the Pre-Approved Contractor Affirmative Action Plan and the use of resource materials provided to assist contractors in implementing their Affirmative Action Plans if they are selected as the successful bidder or offeror.

C. Submissions. The vendors shall submit their bids or proposals in accordance with instructions issued by an Administration.

D. Selection of Contractor. The Administration shall select the responsible bidder or offeror submitting the most favorable bid or most advantageous offer.

E. Administration Submittal. The Administration shall submit the Pre-Approved Contractor Affirmative Action Plan along with other contract documents to the Contract Unit, OASA for the Board's action.

F. Board of Public Works Action. The Board reviews and approves the contract.

G. Administration Action. The Administration issues a "Notice to Proceed".