Mechanical Maintenance Rausch Creek/Gilbertson Pum

The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is seeking a qualified mechanical maintenance contractor for the Rausch Creek Acid Mine Drainage Treatment Plant and the Gilbertson Pump Station located in Somerset County. The one-year contract, running from July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026, with potential renewals for up to four additional consecutive annual terms, requires comprehensive mechanical maintenance services including labor, tools, repair parts, and materials for various mechanical equipment. Bidders must provide emergency and non-emergency service responses (24-hour and 48-hour windows respectively), demonstrate OSHA training certification, and document experience in similar mechanical maintenance projects. The bid is due electronically through the state's eMarketplace website by 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 13, 2025, with award going to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on estimated labor hours. Contractors will be reimbursed for actual work performed, including labor at regular and premium rates, parts and materials (with a 10% handling fee), and mileage at the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania rate.

The procurement appears to have no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, though federal requirements mandate compliance with MBE/WBE reporting and anti-discrimination provisions. Contractors must provide comprehensive insurance coverage, including workers' compensation, general liability, and automotive liability, with minimum coverage of $500,000 per occurrence. The contract is subject to multiple federal regulations, including Build America Buy America (BABA) Act requirements mandating that iron, steel, manufactured products, and construction materials be produced in the United States, with over 55% domestic component sourcing. Additionally, Davis-Bacon Prevailing Wage rates will apply, ensuring standardized labor compensation. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the contract includes provisions for 100 hours of mechanic labor, 75 hours of mechanic helper labor, and additional line items for parts, materials, mileage, and special equipment rental at a standard $1.00 invoice rate. Potential contractors must maintain current registration in the System for Award Management and comply with extensive federal regulatory standards across procurement, labor, environmental protection, and financial transparency domains.