Polycarbonate Backboard & Pickle Ball Systems

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, specifically the Department of Corrections for State Correctional Institution (SCI) Mahanoy in Somerset County, is seeking to procure 8 Polycarbonate Backboards and 2 Pickleball Systems through an electronic bid process. The specific equipment requested includes Bison Mega-Duty Playground Systems with 72" x 42" Polycarbonate Backboards and Bison Competition Pickleball Systems, with a requirement that alternative manufacturers provide comprehensive product identification, descriptive literature, and specification deviations. Bidders must submit electronic responses through the PA Supplier Portal by April 15, 2025, at 14:25:00, with delivery expected within 30 days of purchase order receipt. The deliveries are restricted to 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM, Monday through Friday, excluding holidays, and will be FOB Destination with all shipping costs borne by the awarded supplier. Evaluation criteria will focus on responsiveness, contractor responsibility, and lowest bid price, with the Department of Corrections reserving the right to award by item or total bid basis.

The contract opportunity is open to registered vendors who can demonstrate compliance with Pennsylvania's labor and workforce safety laws under Executive Order 2021-06. Bidders must complete several mandatory forms, including the GSPUR-89 Reciprocal Limitations Form and the BOP 22 Worker Protection and Investment Form, which require certification of adherence to state labor regulations. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned, the bidding process emphasizes worker protection and business integrity. Vendors must be free from suspension or debarment, have no outstanding tax liabilities, and maintain high standards of business conduct. Although a specific budget range is not disclosed, the procurement is for a limited quantity of playground and pickleball equipment, with the contract term extending through June 30, 2025. Interested vendors must first register on the PA Supplier Portal and can seek assistance through the Supplier Service Center helpdesk at (877) 435-7363.