District Office Power Washing

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP #6100061962) for a one-time power washing service of a district office building located at 70 PennDOT Drive in Clearfield, Pennsylvania. The procurement involves comprehensive exterior cleaning of a 2-story, 70,000 square foot building, requiring removal of dirt, mildew, mold, algae, black stains, and streaks from brick siding, limestone columns, and exterior glass surfaces. Contractors must possess appropriate equipment to reach the building's full height and perform cleaning services professionally. The Statement of Work specifies that work can only be performed Monday through Friday between 7:00 AM and 4:00 PM, with restrictions on holiday work. The original solicitation has undergone multiple addenda, with the final proposal due date extended to October 23, 2024. Contractors will be responsible for providing all necessary labor, materials, and equipment, and must be prepared to submit a Certificate of Insurance prior to contract award. The contract term is scheduled from 10/31/2024 through 6/30/2025, with the actual start date contingent upon weather conditions and mutual agreement between PennDOT and the awarded vendor.

This procurement is exclusively a small business set-aside contract, meaning only vendors certified as small businesses through the Department of General Services' self-certification process are eligible to submit bids. Potential contractors must comply with Pennsylvania's worker protection and workforce safety laws, including certifications related to the Construction Workplace Misclassification Act, Minimum Wage Act, and Prevailing Wage Act. The contract includes provisions for potential participation in the COSTARS program, which allows local public procurement units and state-affiliated entities to potentially utilize the resulting contract. Contractors will be required to repair or replace any property damaged during service performance at no additional cost to PennDOT. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the procurement is structured to award to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. The contract includes the possibility of a one-year renewal, providing potential longer-term opportunity for the selected small business vendor. Invoicing must meet specific Commonwealth standard terms, with electronic or mailed submissions required to designated addresses.