Montour County Flagging

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, specifically through the Department of Transportation (PennDOT), is seeking a contractor to provide temporary traffic control and flagging services for Montour County. This Invitation for Bid (IFB) aims to procure a vendor capable of delivering comprehensive traffic protection services for various PennDOT maintenance activities. The selected contractor must have the capacity to provide flagging services for a minimum of two separate work areas simultaneously, with a minimum of 24 hours' notice prior to service deployment. Contractors will be responsible for supplying fully equipped personnel with ANSI-rated safety equipment, capable of supporting activities such as mill and fill crews and shoulder cutting operations. The contract term runs from the award date through June 30, 2025, with a potential three-month extension option. Bidders must submit their proposals electronically by July 16, 2024, with payment structured on an hourly basis and a minimum of 8 hours per service call. Liquidated damages may be assessed for performance failures, and contractors must demonstrate compliance with all applicable labor and safety requirements.

This procurement is specifically restricted to certified small businesses registered through the Pennsylvania Department of General Services. To be eligible, bidders must include a current small business certification with their bid and maintain that certification through the bid opening date. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with the Commonwealth reserving the right to award by line item if deemed most advantageous. Insurance requirements are stringent, mandating minimum coverage of $250,000 per person and $1,000,000 per occurrence for both bodily injury and property damage. Contractors must provide comprehensive insurance documentation, including workers' compensation, general liability, property damage, and automobile liability policies, with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania named as an additional insured party. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the hourly payment structure and minimum 8-hour service call suggest a potential contract value that will depend on the volume of traffic control services required throughout Montour County during the contract period.