Building & Construction Materials

The City of Pittsburgh's Office of Management & Budget, acting on behalf of the Department of Public Works, is soliciting competitive bids for building and construction materials through Invitation for Bid #2022-IFB-036. This procurement seeks one or more contracts to supply various construction materials "as-needed" for the city's Facilities and Construction Divisions, with materials available for either vendor pickup or city site delivery. The comprehensive bid includes an extensive list of construction materials such as rebar, concrete products, sonotubes, drywall, ceiling tiles, insulation, and diverse construction supplies, with vendors required to provide detailed unit pricing for each item. The contract period spans from October 1st, 2022 through September 30th, 2024, with provisions for two additional one-year renewal options. Key procurement dates include an October 19, 2022 bid release, November 14, 2022 deadline for questions, and a November 16, 2022 bid submission deadline at 2:00 pm, with all submissions required to be made electronically through a specified online portal. Bidders must also propose a percentage discount model for catalog items not specifically listed and specify their freight and delivery capabilities.

The solicitation emphasizes significant equal opportunity participation goals, including 18% minority-owned business enterprise (MBE), 7% women-owned business enterprise (WBE), and 5% veteran-owned small business participation requirements. Vendors must submit multiple mandatory documents, including a statement of affiliations, vendor contact sheet, W-9, and vendor registration form. Specific geographical requirements mandate that any pickup locations must be within 7.0 air miles of the Department of Public Works Warehouse. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the procurement's comprehensive nature and two-year contract period suggest a substantial potential contract value. The city's approach indicates a preference for multiple vendors who can meet the diverse material requirements, with evaluation likely focused on pricing, delivery capabilities, compliance with MBE/WBE goals, and ability to provide a wide range of construction materials efficiently and cost-effectively.