020 PSP Blooming Grove Station Snow Removal

The Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) is seeking a snow removal services contractor for the Troop R Blooming Grove Station, located in Westmoreland County. The contract covers comprehensive snow removal services, including plowing sidewalks, driveways, and parking areas, as well as applying granular deicing material from November 1, 2020 through June 30, 2025. Contractors must provide all necessary labor, materials, and equipment to perform on-call snow removal services, with response times determined by the station commander. Key deliverables include efficient snow plowing, hand shoveling, property marker placement, and using non-salt-based deicing materials on concrete surfaces. Prospective bidders are required to complete a mandatory Proof of Visit form, which must be signed by the Station Commander or designee and submitted by the bid opening date of July 14, 2020. The contract specifications mandate that all personnel pass a federal fingerprint background check and that the vendor maintain workers' compensation and liability insurance. Electronic bid submissions are the only method of response, and bidders must be registered on the Pennsylvania Supplier Portal.

This procurement is exclusively set aside for small businesses, with mandatory self-certification required prior to the bid opening date through www.smallbusiness.pa.gov. Failure to obtain small business certification by the due date will result in bid disqualification. Payment will be made monthly based on actual services rendered, with all invoices for the season required to be submitted before May 15th of each contract year. The Commonwealth does not guarantee a minimum amount of work, and pricing will be determined on a per-ton or per-bag rate for snow removal and deicing material. While specific budget ranges are not detailed, the contract is structured as an on-call service with compensation tied directly to performed work. Vendors must demonstrate adequate equipment and capability to efficiently manage snow removal at the PSP facility, with strict requirements for property maintenance and professional service delivery. The contract allows for a five-year service period, providing potential long-term revenue for the selected small business contractor.