6100066725 - Addendum 1.pdf

This is a Solicitation Addendum issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Bureau of Procurement and Contract Management, for the procurement of pharmacy refrigerators at Norristown State Hospital (NSH). The addendum, dated October 22, 2026, pertains to Solicitation Number 6100066725 and serves as an amendment to the original terms and conditions of the Invitation for Bids (IFB). The primary change communicated in Addendum #1 is the posting of a Questions and Answers log to provide responses to bidder inquiries. The solicitation seeks to procure and install 14 pharmacy refrigerators (model iPR105-GX i.Series) at NSH's campus located at 1001 Sterigere Street, Norristown, Pennsylvania. The refrigerators must meet NSF/ANSI 456 Vaccine Storage Certification standards, be compatible with Pyxis medication management software, and include specific technical features such as adjustable temperature control between 2-8°C, automatic defrost capability, internal lock box storage drawers, and undercounter pedestals. The original deadline for submitting questions was October 19, 2026, with responses posted by October 26, 2026, and the final bid submission deadline is October 28, 2026, at 3:30 PM. All bids must be submitted electronically through the PA Supplier Portal, and late bids will be disqualified.

Bidders are required to submit several supporting documents including Workers Protection and Investment Certification, Reciprocal Limitations Form, and State of Manufacturer BOP1303 documentation with their bids. The warranty requirements include seven years for compressor and powertrain, two years for parts, and one year for labor. Bid prices must be firm for all contracted years with no conditions, exceptions, or deviations from specifications. Payment will be made upon satisfactory delivery and installation, with invoices submitted to both the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the NSH Accounting Department. Contractors must coordinate installation with NSH's maintenance department. Bidders must be registered vendors on the PA Supplier Portal prior to submission, and all interested parties should monitor the DGS e-marketplace website for any additional change notices. Questions and inquiries should be directed to Michael Volstorf, Pharmacist, at 610-313-5868 or mvolstorf@pa.gov, or to the procurement issuing officer, Dawn Loader, at 610-313-1036 or RA-pwBIDQUESTIONS@pa.gov.