CONCRETE HEADWALL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
Yatesville Borough in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, is seeking sealed bids for the Concrete Headwall Improvement Project, to be submitted online via the PennBid Program by September 16, 2025, at 2:00 P.M. The project involves concrete headwall improvements, specifically extending a concrete wingwall and installing fencing, with bids to be received for a single prime contract on a lump sum basis. The project is funded through anLS A grant from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Commonwealth Financing Authority and will require comprehensive construction services including demolition, reconstruction, and erosion control. Key deliverables include site restoration, utility protection, and implementation of detailed engineering specifications for concrete construction and environmental management. Bidders must provide bid security and be prepared to furnish a performance bond equal to 100% of the contract liability. The project requires adherence to Pennsylvania Prevailing Wage requirements and involves technical work outlined in detailed project plans prepared by Reilly Associates, covering site layouts, structural details, and comprehensive erosion and sediment control measures.
The contract opportunity emphasizes equal opportunity employment, with Yatesville Borough explicitly stating non-discrimination policies based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or familial status. No specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly stated in the documentation. While the project does not appear to have restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond, bidders must demonstrate capability in civil construction, specifically concrete and infrastructure improvement work. The project manual indicates comprehensive requirements for contractors, including responsibility for all labor, materials, equipment, and construction management. While a specific budget range is not disclosed, the project involves substantial infrastructure improvement work funded through a state grant. Contractors will need to demonstrate technical expertise in civil engineering, concrete construction, erosion control, and municipal infrastructure restoration. The project represents an opportunity for qualified contractors to participate in a significant municipal infrastructure improvement initiative in Luzerne County.
Pennsylvania 9/16/25, 4:00 PM 8/29/25, 5:30 PM TROOP N - HAZLETON DHQ - SNOW REMOVAL
The Pennsylvania State Police, specifically Troop N at the Hazleton District Headquarters located in Luzerne County, is seeking a qualified vendor to provide on-call snow removal and deicing services. The Invitation for Bid (IFB #6100064315) requires the selected contractor to perform snow removal using trucks/plows and hand shoveling in designated areas, as directed by the station commander. Bidders must complete a mandatory site visit on September 4, 2025, at 12:30 PM, with failure to attend resulting in automatic disqualification. Required documentation includes a comprehensive cost matrix, proof of site visit form, worker protection certification, current proof of insurance listing PSP as certificate holder, and current PA small business certification. All bid responses must be submitted electronically through the PA supplier portal by September 10, 2025, with written questions accepted until September 5, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. The contract scope includes snow removal estimated at 60 hours per visit, sidewalk clearing at 30 hours per visit, and application of 60 tons of granular deicing material, with potential for four one-year contract renewals.
This procurement is specifically designated as a Restricted Small Business Procurement, meaning only businesses certified as small businesses through the Department of General Services can submit bids. Vendors must comply with Pennsylvania's labor and workforce safety laws, including provisions for enhanced minimum wages of at least $15.00 per hour for employees directly performing contract services. Insurance requirements are stringent, with minimum coverage of $250,000 per person and $1,000,000 per occurrence for bodily injury and property damage. Contractors must also comply with criminal background check requirements, including federal fingerprint background checks for unescorted personnel. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the cost matrix provides a structured pricing template for vendors to propose rates across five potential contract years. The Commonwealth reserves the right to award the contract by line item and will compensate the contractor only for delivered and accepted services, with pricing to remain firm throughout the contract duration.
Pennsylvania 9/10/25, 11:00 AM 8/26/25, 12:00 AM CONTRACT NO. 3 – ROADWAY AND STORMWATER INFASTRUCTURE CONSTRUCTION
CAN DO, Inc. is seeking sealed bids for Contract No. 3 - Roadway and Stormwater Infrastructure Construction for the Crossroads East Business Park East Phase-1 project located in Hazle Township, Luzerne County, Pennsylvania. The procurement involves constructing approximately 4,970 linear feet of new bituminous roadway and stormwater piping, to be awarded as a single prime contract with unit price bidding. Bids will be received online via the PennBid Program until 2:00 p.m. local time on Friday, September 26, 2025, with a mandatory pre-bid conference scheduled for Wednesday, September 17th at 11:00 a.m. at the project site on the northerly side of State Route 424 between Interstate 81 and State Route 309. Bidders must submit a Certified Check or Bank Draft payable to CAN DO, Inc., or a satisfactory Bid Bond equal to 10% of the total bid. The successful bidder will be required to provide a Performance Bond and a Labor and Material Payment Bond, each in an amount at least equal to the Contract Price. Contractors must comply with Pennsylvania Prevailing Wage Act requirements and provide acceptable liability, property damage, and Worker's Compensation insurance.
The procurement does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The project anticipates road paving to commence on April 6, 2026, with a specified sequencing of road construction for Roads D, B, A, C, and E. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the project involves comprehensive infrastructure development including multiple roadway sections, stormwater management infrastructure, drainage profiles, and construction details. The project integrates multiple infrastructure components, including provisions for sanitary sewer, water main, gas, electric, and telecommunications infrastructure construction. Although a specific budget range is not provided, the project involves significant civil engineering work, including detailed roadway grading, storm drainage plans, and technical specifications for infrastructure elements. The project includes multiple building lots, with one proposed building noted as 50' x 60' (3,000 sq. ft.) and provisions for 24 car parking spaces, suggesting a substantial investment in business park development.
Pennsylvania 9/26/25, 6:00 PM 9/9/25, 8:30 PM Hudson Road Streetscape Project
The Plains Township Board of Commissioners is seeking bids for the Hudson Road Streetscape Project, a comprehensive infrastructure improvement initiative located in Plains, Pennsylvania. The project involves full sidewalk replacement on the west side of Hudson Road and partial sidewalk replacement on the east side, spanning the area from East Merritt Street to just past Rear Williams Street. Bidders must be PennDOT Prequalified and submit sealed proposals online via the PennBid Program by August 8, 2025, at 12:00 pm local time. Bids will be publicly opened at Verdantas offices in Wilkes-Barre and considered during the Plains Township Board of Commissioners meeting on August 14, 2025, at 7:00 pm. Each bid must include a bid security equal to 10% of the maximum bid price and all required forms, statements, affidavits, and certifications as specified in the bid documentation. Bidding documents are available at no cost on www.pennbid.net, and the project will be awarded as one prime contract with lump sum and unit price components.
While no specific set-aside designations or disadvantaged enterprise requirements are explicitly mentioned, the procurement process requires strict PennDOT prequalification for contractors. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the provided documentation. The project involves comprehensive streetscape improvements, including concrete sidewalk and curbing replacements, and ADA ramp installations. Although a specific budget range is not disclosed, the bid security requirement of 10% suggests a substantial project value. Contractors interested in bidding must carefully review all documentation, including the project manual, plans, and any addenda posted through the PennBid Program. The project appears to be a significant local infrastructure investment aimed at improving pedestrian infrastructure and accessibility along Hudson Road in Plains Township, Luzerne County, Pennsylvania.
Pennsylvania 8/8/25, 4:00 PM 7/16/25, 12:00 PM 12 BDD Psych Services
The Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry's Bureau of Disability Determination (BDD) is procuring Psychological and Psychiatric Case Review services through an Invitation for Bids (IFB) covering Dauphin, Luzerne, Monroe Counties, Harveys Lake Borough, and Wolfdale CDP. The primary objective is to secure psychiatrists and psychologists to review cases and determine claimants' eligibility for disability benefits under the Social Security Act. Bidders must have an unlimited medical license in Pennsylvania, be a Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, and commit to completing a minimum of 40 case reviews per week. Professional requirements include having appropriate board certifications, providing medical malpractice insurance, and passing a criminal background check. Contractors will be required to communicate with treating physicians, assist in staff training, and potentially participate in SSA or BDD-sponsored medical conferences. The solicitation was posted on June 27, 2022, with proposals due by July 11, 2022, at 3:45 pm ET, and bidders may electronically submit questions to the Issuing Officer.
This procurement is exclusively reserved for suppliers registered as a Department of General Services (DGS) Small Business, with strict limitations on who can respond to the solicitation. The estimated annual case volume is approximately 116,832 cases, with no guaranteed minimum volume commitment. Contractors will be reimbursed at an $80.00 hourly rate for travel and training expenses, and the initial contract term is three years with potential for two additional one-year renewals. The Bureau of Disability Determination will distribute cases based on bidders meeting required experience levels, prioritizing those with the lowest bids up to their stated capacity. Successful bidders must comply with Worker Protection certifications, HIPAA regulations, and domestic workforce utilization requirements. While specific total contract value is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the services and substantial annual case volume suggest a significant potential contract value for qualified small business providers.
Pennsylvania 7/11/22, 3:30 PM 6/27/22, 12:00 AM