Montgomery County Youth Center Building Security Window Upgrades

Montgomery County, Pennsylvania is requesting bids for level 1 bullet-resistant glass installation at the Montgomery County Youth Center with bids due June 11, 2026. No set-aside or preference program is stated.

The scope covers complete removal and installation of level 1 bullet-resistant glass in a 48-bed juvenile residential facility. The project includes 15 windows measuring 44"×92" for common areas and 54 windows measuring 46"×56" for individual residential rooms. All costs for glass, materials, labor, equipment, supervision, removal, disposal of existing windows, and any framing or trim modifications must be included in the lump-sum bid. Materials must be industrial/correctional grade quality, including seals and caulk. Installation must comply with ADA standards, the International Building Code, West Norriton Township regulations, Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry requirements, State Department of Health regulations, and all applicable state and local codes.

Bidders must have experience working for counties, municipalities, and preferably law enforcement agencies, and must provide three professional references for similar-sized projects. References for work completed in government or restricted-access facilities receive preference. All contractors and employees must obtain Pennsylvania State Police background checks prior to commencing work.

The contract term is one year from notice to proceed, with provisions allowing the contractor to request price adjustments for changes in prevailing labor and material costs, subject to County approval. Bidders may submit separate unit pricing for individual windows to enable potential future installations within the next six months.

Pre-bid site visits can be arranged directly with facility staff through Corrine Dietrich, Keith Waltower, or Jed Johnson. All questions and bids must be submitted through the Bonfire (Euna) portal at https://montcopa.bonfirehub.com/portal/?tab=openOpportunities.