Moving and Storage Services

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of General Services (DGS) is soliciting qualified contractors for a statewide Moving and Storage Services Invitation to Qualify (ITQ) Contract, which will enable selected vendors to respond to future Requests for Quotes (RFQ) for Commonwealth agencies. The contract covers comprehensive moving services including office relocations, employee household goods moving, storage services, moving supplies, relocation coordination, and decommission services. Contractors must demonstrate two years of experience in their selected service categories and possess specific certifications, including Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) Operating Authority and Motor Carrier of Household Goods Certificate. The contract term runs from the Contract Effective Date through February 28, 2030, with no renewal options. Qualifications will only be accepted electronically through the JAGGAER portal, with a due date of January 28, 2030, and potential vendors must first register as a PA Supplier and obtain a vendor number through the PA Supplier Portal.

This contract is designated as a Small Business Reserve (SBR), which restricts eligibility to only DGS-certified small businesses. Administrative fees for COSTARS participation vary based on contractor classification: $166 for DGS-verified Small Diverse Business Contractors, $500 for DGS Self-Certified Small Business Contractors, and $1,500 for all other contractors. Contractors must submit quarterly sales reports and maintain various insurance coverages, including workers' compensation and liability insurance with minimum amounts of $250,000 per person and $1,000,000 per occurrence. While specific award values are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the contract suggests potential significant financial opportunities for qualified small businesses. Technical support for the procurement process is available through JAGGAER at (800) 233-1121, and the registration process can take between 30 to 90 days to complete, with an initial effective date of November 22, 2024.