7840601ADEM, 6-0 Grounds Maintenance

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) District 6-0 is seeking a contractor to perform comprehensive grounds maintenance services for its office building located in Montgomery County. This Invitation for Bid (IFB) solicits proposals for a full-scale grounds maintenance contract that includes mowing, landscape maintenance, pruning, and vegetation management for the entire office grounds. The contract will run from the purchase order date through December 31, 2023, with potential renewals for up to three additional one-year terms. Bidders must submit their proposals electronically through the Commonwealth's electronic system (SRM) by April 6, 2023. Required qualifications include a valid pesticide license and the ability to perform equipment inspections, with vendors required to complete specific forms such as the Confirmation of Services Form (OS-501) and Worker Protection Agency Form BOP-2201. Evaluation will focus on responsiveness, responsibility, and lowest bid pricing, with the Commonwealth intending to award to the most competitive bidder meeting all specified requirements.

The contract is specifically reserved for small businesses certified through the Pennsylvania Department of General Services Small Business Contracting Program, which restricts participation to qualifying small business entities. The contract includes predetermined allocations of $5,000 for miscellaneous materials and $3,000 for equipment rentals, which will be reimbursed at actual cost plus a markup. While no specific incumbent vendor is mentioned, the contract outlines detailed requirements for contractor staffing, equipment, safety protocols, and environmental compliance. Pricing will be determined through unit-based bid amounts for specific service categories, including mowing, grounds cleanup, turf treatment, and pruning. The total contract value is not explicitly stated, but the combination of base services and miscellaneous allocations suggests a moderate-sized procurement focused on maintaining the PennDOT District 6-0 office grounds with high standards of landscaping and maintenance.