RFP PBV New Construction Vouchers 2026-06-19

The Bethlehem Housing Authority is soliciting electronic bids through PennBid for the purchase of paint, with bids due by 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, October 29, 2025. The procurement covers multiple paint types including Interior Latex Eggshell, Interior Latex Semi-Gloss, Exterior Latex Gloss, and Exterior Alkyd Gloss paints in both one-gallon and five-gallon quantities. Specific technical specifications for each paint type are rigorous, requiring first-line trade sales materials with precise measurements for gloss levels, solids content, VOC levels, and titanium dioxide concentration. Bidders must submit comprehensive documentation verifying compliance with these exacting standards, and the contract will be awarded to the vendor offering the lowest total price for all line items combined. The contract period is set for one year, from December 1, 2025, through November 30, 2026, with a potential option to renew for an additional year contingent upon satisfactory vendor performance and willingness to maintain original contract terms.

Potential bidders must complete multiple documentation requirements, including a Statement of Bidder's Qualifications, Non-Collusive Affidavit, and HUD-mandated certifications regarding business status and ownership. The solicitation encourages participation from small businesses, minority-owned enterprises, and women-owned businesses, though no specific set-aside percentages are explicitly stated. Bidders must demonstrate financial stability, provide detailed business information, and authorize the Housing Authority to verify submitted information. While no specific budget range is disclosed, the historical purchase quantities suggest moderate volume procurement across multiple paint types. The contract includes provisions for the Bethlehem Housing Authority to reject any or all bids and to waive any informalities in the bidding process, maintaining flexibility in vendor selection.