Allegheny Co. HVAC Maintenance and Service

Allegheny County is seeking a comprehensive HVAC maintenance and service contract for its county offices and sheds through a competitive bidding process. The procurement opportunity, posted on August 23, 2018, with proposals due by September 6, 2018, requires vendors to provide preventative maintenance services for heating, cooling, and air handling equipment. Qualified contractors must have a minimum of 4 years of experience, be located within 2 hours of the facilities, and employ certified HVAC and boiler technicians. The contract will be awarded based on multiple evaluation criteria, including technical competence, references, experience, financial ability, and cost. Contractors must submit a detailed technical and business prospectus that includes company history, personnel qualifications, maintenance procedures, and financial condition. The initial contract term is one year, with the potential to renew for up to four additional 12-month terms.

The contract does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, though the documentation includes nondiscrimination clauses that prohibit discrimination based on race, gender, creed, color, and sexual orientation. Contractors must comply with Enhanced Minimum Wage Provisions, which require a minimum wage of $12.00 per hour, increasing annually until reaching $15.00 per hour by July 1, 2024. Successful bidders must provide a performance bond and meet specific insurance requirements, including maintaining written nondiscrimination and sexual harassment policies. While the exact budget range is not specified, the contract covers HVAC services for multiple county offices and sheds, suggesting a substantial potential contract value. Contractors must also be prepared to submit invoices within 60 days of work completion and understand that payment is contingent upon successful completion and written acceptance of contract deliverables.