Emergency Care Services

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, through the Department of General Services (DGS), is issuing an Invitation to Qualify (ITQ) for Emergency Care Services, seeking responsible and responsive contractors to provide turnkey congregate sheltering services and large-scale feeding operations during emergencies or Governor-declared disasters. The primary objective is to supplement county or local jurisdictional services when existing resources are overwhelmed by the scope, scale, and complexity of an incident. Qualified contractors will be expected to deliver comprehensive emergency response capabilities, including shelter management, food distribution, and support services that can be rapidly deployed across impacted areas. Contractors must complete a detailed qualification form addressing service quality, company size, experience, subcontractor capabilities, and ability to manage multiple concurrent events. Potential contractors are required to register as a PA Supplier through the state's Supplier Portal and create a user profile in the JAGGAER electronic portal, with qualifications accepted only through this electronic platform. The contract term runs from the Contract Effective Date until July 31, 2034, with no predetermined quantities or award dates, and services will be ordered on an as-needed basis during emergency events.

The ITQ does not explicitly list specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. Contractors must complete several mandatory certification forms, including Worker Protection and Investment Certification, Iran Free Procurement Certification, Lobbying Certification, and Domestic Workforce Utilization Certification. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the contract requires comprehensive documentation demonstrating a contractor's capability to respond to emergencies, including proof of insurance, company policies, and technical expertise. The procurement process involves qualified contractors being eligible to receive work orders through a request for quote (RFQ) process, where the most responsive and responsible supplier providing the best value will be awarded an emergency purchase order. Technical support for the qualification process is available through JAGGAER at (800) 233-1121. Although specific award values are not detailed, the contract is designed to provide flexible emergency response capabilities across Pennsylvania, suggesting potential significant operational and financial scope for qualified contractors.