Clarion Snow Removal

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, specifically the Pennsylvania State Police Troop C located in Clarion, is seeking a contractor for snow removal and granular deicing material application services. The contract will cover a base term from November 1, 2024, through October 31, 2025, with four potential one-year renewal options. Primary services include snow removal using trucks/plows, hand shoveling, and application of granular deicing material in areas designated by the Station/Office Commander. Bidders must complete a comprehensive cost matrix with pricing for snow removal (per hour), sidewalk clearing, and deicing material application (per ton or per bag). Key requirements include mandatory site visits, completion of a Proof of Visit Form signed by the Station Commander, submission of a Worker Protection form, and electronic bid submission through the PA Supplier Portal. All questions must be submitted in writing to RA-SPPSPBIDS@pa.gov by May 7, 2024, with final bids due by May 9, 2024. Vendor qualification involves passing a federal fingerprint background check for all staff performing work at the facility.

The procurement appears to be open to small businesses certified through the Department of General Services, with potential set-aside provisions for small business participation. Vendors must register on the PA Supplier Portal to submit bids and must provide proof of appropriate insurance coverage. While no specific incumbent vendor is mentioned, the contract requires strict compliance with Pennsylvania labor and workplace safety laws, including the Unemployment Compensation Law and Workers' Compensation Law. Estimated annual quantities include 60 instances of snow removal/plowing, 30 sidewalk snow removals, 60 units of granular deicing material, and 50 instances of deicing material application. The Commonwealth will only pay for services actually rendered, with labor charges limited to actual time spent on site. Though a specific total contract value is not disclosed, the comprehensive cost matrix and multiple service components suggest a potentially significant annual investment in snow removal and deicing services for the Clarion Troop C facility.