Replace Exterior Doors and Frames in Hilltop West

The state of Pennsylvania, specifically involving Lackawanna County and Chicora Borough, is soliciting bids for a general construction project to replace exterior doors and frames at the Hilltop West Building. This procurement is classified as a Tier 2 Small Business Project with a bid due date of May 22, 2013, at 2:00 P.M. The primary deliverable involves replacing exterior doors and frames, with an estimated project scope under $100,000. Prospective bidders must obtain project documents by submitting a $25.00 deposit payable to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, which is refundable upon returning unmarked documents within 15 days after the bid opening. Mandatory vendor number registration is required through the state's supplier portal, and all interested contractors must secure plans and specifications through the Department of General Services in Harrisburg.

This contract opportunity is explicitly restricted to Tier 2 Construction Small Businesses, which must be self-certified with the Department of General Services prior to the bid date. Bidders are additionally required to comply with the Public Works Employment Verification Act 127 of 2012 by submitting a Commonwealth Public Works Verification Form before contract award. The procurement has specific requirements around vendor registration, documentation procurement, and business classification, effectively limiting potential respondents to small construction businesses meeting Pennsylvania's certification standards. While the exact budget range is noted as "under $100,000," the project represents a focused infrastructure improvement initiative with strict eligibility criteria. Contractors must carefully review all specifications, complete mandatory registration processes, and ensure full compliance with state procurement regulations to be considered for this contract opportunity.