35X189575 air sampling-reading

The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), Bureau of Air Quality, is seeking a contractor to upgrade the electrical service for an air monitoring station located at 1059 Arnold Rd. in Reading, PA 19605. The procurement involves installing a new single-phase 120/240 VAC 100-amp electrical service, which includes running underground conduit from a service pole to a drop pole and then to a metal-framed kiosk, installing a breaker panel with locking cover, and providing four 20-amp GFI outlets on separate circuits. Contractors must obtain necessary permits, complete required inspections, follow PA One Call protocols, and comply with National Electrical Code and Met Ed utility requirements. Technical questions should be directed to Carl Shaver at (717) 439-6981 or cshaver@pa.gov, while bidding procedure questions should be sent to Angel Mercado at angmercado@pa.gov. The bid is due by February 28, 2025, with the contract to be awarded on a lump sum basis to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all specifications.

The procurement appears to be open to all qualified contractors, with several important compliance requirements. Contractors must complete a Worker Protection and Investment Certification Form (BOP-2201), demonstrating compliance with thirteen specific labor and workforce safety laws. The project is funded through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) of 2021 and/or the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) of 2022, potentially with additional funding from the Commonwealth Workforce Transformation Fund (CWTF). Contractors must maintain comprehensive insurance coverage, including Workers' Compensation, General Liability ($500,000 per occurrence), and Automotive Liability ($500,000 per occurrence). While no specific set-aside designations are mentioned, contractors must comply with federal requirements including MBE/WBE reporting, Davis-Bacon Act wage requirements for construction contracts over $2,000, and the Build America, Buy America Act mandating U.S.-produced materials for infrastructure projects. Payment will be made within approximately 20 business days upon satisfactory completion and invoice receipt.