Co-location of Photo License Center in Lewisburg

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is seeking a qualified business to co-locate a Photo License Center (PLC) in Lewisburg, Union County. This procurement is part of PennDOT's co-location program, which aims to expand services by partnering with businesses willing to provide facilities and commercial space at no cost to the government. The selected contractor must meet specific facility requirements, including secure storage areas, appropriate interior layout, sufficient parking, necessary utilities, and approved security systems with alarm systems and cameras. Mandatory qualifications include providing a facility that meets detailed space and operational specifications outlined in Appendix E of the Request for Proposals. The proposal must demonstrate the ability to maintain the facility, distribute materials, manage signage, and operate during specified hours. Proposals were due by 1:00 PM on December 3, 2013, with an initial contract term of 60 months and potential renewal options for an additional 60 months. Evaluation criteria include the percentage of direct labor performed within the United States and compliance with the domestic workforce requirements.

The solicitation does not specify explicit set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, though the Domestic Workforce Services appendix provides guidance on labor sourcing. The current incumbent is Pennsylvania Industries for the Blind and Handicapped, whose contract is set to expire on June 30, 2015. Contractors are prohibited from engaging in activities that conflict with PennDOT's responsibilities or derive revenue from illegal, obscene, or restricted materials. The contract requires the selected business to provide all facility-related costs, with PennDOT retaining responsibility for Photo License Center operations. While no specific budget range is listed, the contract is structured as a no-cost arrangement where the selected business provides the facility and infrastructure for PennDOT's use. Contractors must also provide a performance bond and meet stringent security and operational standards as outlined in the co-location program requirements.