Cost Sheet for IFB GP103 version 1.15.26.docx

This is a Cost Sheet for an Invitation for Bid (IFB 6100065145) issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) for the SPEED Program, which provides expedited permit reviews through qualified third-party professionals under Act No. 54 of 2024. The program enables permit applicants to request DEP engagement of a Qualified Professional to conduct accelerated reviews of their permit applications, with DEP subsequently engaging the professional via Project Work Order. Bidders may be individuals or business entities meeting specified criteria to qualify as Qualified Professionals. All work must comply with the Scope of Work requirements, Contract Terms and Conditions, and DEP procedures. Bid submissions are electronic via email to RA-EPSPEED@pa.gov with the IFB title clearly stated in the subject line; multiple IFB responses require separate email submissions. Questions regarding bidding procedures should be directed to Brian Franklin at 717.787.2471 or brfranklin@pa.gov.

Bidders must complete the Cost Sheet by entering fully burdened hourly rates for each resource title they intend to utilize as a Qualified Professional, with rates binding for the full contract term and subject to public posting by DEP as required by the SPEED Act. No administrative, per diem, or travel charges will be reimbursed for service performance; all anticipated expenses must be incorporated into the hourly rates. Any quotes provided during the contract term must align exactly with the hourly rates established in the Cost Sheet submission.