Blce - DEO #4 pittsburgh - snow removal

The Pennsylvania State Police are seeking a snow removal and deicing services contractor for their Department of Environmental Operations (DEO) #4 located in Pittsburgh. The contract, identified as IFB #6100064412, requires on-call snow removal and application of granular deicing materials in areas designated by the station commander, with specific performance requirements outlined in detailed specifications. Services include snow plowing (60 hours per visit), sidewalk snow removal (30 hours per visit), and various deicing material applications totaling 160 tons/bags across different categories. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for August 26, 2025, at 1:00 PM at 449 McCormick Road in Moon Township, and failure to attend will disqualify bidders. Potential vendors must submit written questions by August 27, 2025, at 11:00 AM to RA-SPPSPBIDS@PA.GOV, and all bid submissions must be made electronically through the PA supplier portal. Required submission documents include a completed cost matrix, proof of site visit form, worker protection certification, current insurance proof, and Pennsylvania small business certification.

This procurement is exclusively reserved for Pennsylvania-certified small businesses, with strict eligibility requirements that include compliance with 13 specific labor and workforce safety laws. Vendors must pass a federal fingerprint background check compliant with Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Security Policy and ensure staff can be unescorted at Pennsylvania State Police facilities. Insurance requirements mandate worker's compensation and liability coverage with minimum amounts of $250,000 per person and $1,000,000 per occurrence. The contract offers an initial term with four potential one-year renewal options, effectively allowing a maximum five-year service period. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the cost matrix suggests the contract will be structured on unit pricing for various snow removal and deicing activities. Minimum wage requirements are set at $15.00 per hour for contract employees, with annual cost-of-living adjustments beginning July 1, 2023. The Commonwealth reserves the right to award the contract by line item or total bid basis to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.