Building 19-174 MEP Fence and Bank Stabilization

The state of Pennsylvania, specifically the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, is seeking a general construction contractor for the Building 19-174 MEP Fence and Bank Stabilization project located at Fort Indiantown Gap in Lebanon County. The project involves comprehensive site improvements, including installing approximately 500 linear feet of 7-foot chain-link fencing, constructing gabion wall bank stabilization, site grading, and associated infrastructure enhancements along First Street. Potential bidders must attend a mandatory pre-bid conference on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, at 9:00 AM in Building 0-10 Conference Room to be eligible to submit a bid. Questions regarding the project are due by 4:30 PM EST on June 6, 2025, with final bid submissions electronically accepted through the PA Supplier Portal by June 17, 2025, at 2:00 PM. The project requires comprehensive documentation, including compliance with worker protection certifications, employment eligibility verification, and adherence to state labor regulations. The performance period is set for 120 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed, with liquidated damages established at $160 per day for project delays.

The procurement opportunity has specific small business participation requirements, with goals set for Small Diverse Business (SDB) and Veteran Business Enterprise (VBE) participation at 17.0% and 3.0% respectively for the general construction contract. Bidders must either meet these participation goals or demonstrate good faith efforts to do so, representing a significant programmatic change from previous project requirements. Electronic bid submissions will only be accepted through the www.pasupplierportal.state.pa.us platform, with technical support available through the Help Desk at 877-435-7363. The project's estimated budget range is between $400,001 and $600,000 for general construction work. Contractors must comply with prevailing wage rates, which vary by job classification and range from approximately $25.61 to $66.33 per hour, with additional fringe benefits. Access to the Fort Indiantown Gap site requires identity verification, including a current driver's license or passport, and contractors must obtain a day pass from the Visitors Center to access the base during the site visit and project implementation.