PSP Academy Bullet Containment System Remediation

The Pennsylvania State Police is requesting bids for lead remediation of the bullet containment system at the PSP Academy in Hershey, Pennsylvania under IFB 6100066482, with bids due August 17, 2026 and questions due August 10, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. A mandatory site visit, with proof of visit signed by both vendor and an authorized PSP representative, is required prior to bid submission; contact Ralph Trautman at 717-533-9111 or rtrautman@pa.gov to schedule.

The scope covers remediation of an outdoor firing range's bullet trap system (approximately 225 feet by 20 feet). Deliverables include separation of spent ammunition from rubber chips using a Trap Vac System or equivalent, removal and disposal of lead materials, replacement of worn boards and holding pins in year one, removal of fines (degraded rubber particles and lead dust), annual provision of 10,000 pounds of black 99% fiber and metal-free ballistic rubber, and redistribution of materials to achieve uniform 24-inch depth across the impact area. The contract term is five years, with service dates determined annually by PSP. Work must be scheduled during PSP-designated timeframes, including weekends (Friday noon through Sunday evening). Awarded contractors must employ certified lead technicians compliant with current medical surveillance programs and adhere to EPA, OSHA, state, federal, and local regulations. Contractors assume full responsibility for hazardous waste packaging, handling, and disposal, with all recovered ammunition and materials removed from the site within 30 days of project completion.

Contract award will be made on an Established Price Contract basis to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. The Commonwealth reserves the right to extend the contract term for up to three months under the same terms. Bidders must complete the Worker Protection and Investment form (BOP-2201) certifying compliance with Pennsylvania labor, workers' compensation, prevailing wage, and related statutory requirements, and submit current proof of insurance naming PSP as certificate holder with additional insured language. All bid submissions must be electronic through the PA Supplier Portal at www.pasupplierportal.state.pa.us. Bidders must monitor the DGS eMarketplace website for change notices.