2-004533 - Non-Discrimination Affidavit.pdf

This is a Non-Discrimination Affidavit for the Gabion Wall Repair project administered by the Hermitage Municipal Authority in Pennsylvania. The affidavit requires the contractor to certify compliance with non-discrimination standards in hiring and employment practices. Sealed bids for the project will be accepted online through PennBid.bonfire.com until 10:00 AM on January 27, 2026. The successful bidder must substantially complete the project within 180 calendar days of receiving the Notice to Proceed. Bids will remain open for 60 days from the bid opening date, or 120 days if the award is delayed by governmental approval, bond sales, or grant awards. All bidders must submit bids on all items listed on the Bid Form.

The contract requires a certified check or bid bond equal to 10% of the total bid amount, with bonds issued by a surety licensed in Pennsylvania. The successful bidder must furnish performance and payment bonds in the amount of 100% of the contract price. The affidavit establishes that contractors and subcontractors shall not discriminate against any qualified Commonwealth citizen on the basis of gender, race, creed, or color in hiring or employment. Violations of non-discrimination terms may result in contract cancellation, termination, and forfeiture of all money due. The contract is subject to the Pennsylvania Prevailing Wage Act, OSHA requirements, Act 229 of 2002, the One Call Act, the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act, non-discrimination compliance regulations, non-collusion/sexual harassment affidavit requirements, and the Public Works Employment Verification Act.