Water Supply and Wastewater Treatment

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is soliciting bids for a comprehensive water supply and wastewater treatment maintenance and operation contract for Safety Rest Area Sites 33 & 34, located in Columbia County. The procurement requires a qualified contractor to manage drinking water supply and wastewater treatment systems in full compliance with federal, state, and local environmental and public health regulations. Bidders must submit electronic proposals through the Commonwealth's Supplier Portal by October 14, 2025, with a public bid opening scheduled virtually via Microsoft Teams on October 15, 2025 at 1:00 PM Eastern Standard Time. The initial contract term is one year, with potential for two additional two-year renewals, subject to mutual agreement and a maximum 3% annual rate increase. Contractors must provide daily monitoring, testing, reporting, and operational services, including maintaining chlorine levels, conducting equipment inspections, and coordinating with state environmental agencies. Successful bidders must have certified operators and demonstrate the ability to handle water quality issues and permit compliance.

This procurement is exclusively available to small businesses certified through the Department of General Services' self-certification process, with specific emphasis on Small Diverse Business (SDB) and Veteran Business Enterprise (VBE) participation. Bidders must submit comprehensive SDB and VBE Participation Submittals, including Utilization Schedules and Good Faith Efforts Documentation, and register in the PRiSM Compliance Management System. The contract includes mandatory workforce utilization requirements, with maximum consideration given to contractors performing direct labor within the United States. Bidders must certify their domestic workforce percentage and comply with worker protection laws, including paying no less than $15.00 per hour and adhering to Pennsylvania labor regulations. While specific budget ranges were not explicitly detailed, the contract includes provisions for potential payment adjustments and performance-based evaluations. Failure to meet participation goals or compliance requirements could result in serious consequences, including contract termination, payment withholding, or suspension from future Commonwealth contracting opportunities.