PSP Reading APU-1 Janitorial

The Pennsylvania State Police, specifically the Reading Aviation Patrol Unit-1, is seeking a janitorial services contractor to perform cleaning services twice weekly from April 1, 2015, through June 30, 2017, with potential two-year renewal options. This procurement opportunity is for a comprehensive janitorial contract that requires the successful vendor to furnish all necessary labor, equipment, and materials to maintain the facility. Bidders must complete a mandatory Proof of Visit Form, which must be signed by the Station Commander and the vendor, and submitted by the bid opening date of March 11, 2015. Electronic bid submissions are the only accepted format, and interested vendors must register on the Pennsylvania Supplier Portal (www.pasupplierportal.state.pa.us) to participate. The procurement is specifically for the jurisdictions of Berks County and Reese CDP, with contact details for bid submission provided as Kathleen Kulp at the PA State Police Procurement & Supply Division in Harrisburg.

This contract opportunity is exclusively set aside for Small Business entities, requiring mandatory self-certification through the Pennsylvania Small Business website (www.smallbusiness.pa.gov) prior to the bid opening. Vendors must obtain and present a small business certification to be eligible for bid consideration. While specific budget ranges are not detailed in the documentation, the contract covers janitorial services for a state police aviation patrol unit, suggesting a moderate-value service contract. Interested vendors must closely monitor the Department of General Services (DGS) emarketplace website for any potential change notices, which will become incorporated into the bid requirements. The procurement process emphasizes digital submission and vendor registration, indicating a modernized approach to state and local contracting that prioritizes transparency and accessibility for small business participants.