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PA Bulletin, Doc. No. 05-1290
STATE CONTRACTS INFORMATION
DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SERVICES

   Act 266 of 1982 provides for the payment of interest penalties on certain invoices of "qualified small business concerns". The penalties apply to invoices for goods or services when payments are not made by the required payment date or within a 15 day grace period thereafter.
   Act 1984-196 redefined a "qualified small business concern" as any independently owned and operated, for-profit business concern employing 100 or fewer employees. See 4 Pa.Code § 2.32. The business must include the following statement on every invoice submitted to the Commonwealth: "(name of business) is a qualified small business concern as defined in 4 Pa. Code 2.32."
   A business is eligible for payments when the required payment is the latest of:
      The payment date specified in the contract.
      30 days after the later of the receipt of a proper invoice or receipt of goods or services.
      The net payment date stated on the business' invoice.
   A 15-day grace period after the required payment date is provided to the Commonwealth by the Act.
   For more information: contact: Small Business Resource Center
                                                  PA Department of Community and Economic Development
                                                  374 Forum Building
                                                  Harrisburg, PA 17120
                                                  800-280-3801 or (717) 783-5700


DO BUSINESS WITH STATE AGENCIES
The Treasury Department's Bureau of Contracts and Public Records can help you do business with state government agencies. The bureau is, by law, the central repository for all state contracts over $5,000. Contract Specialists can supply you with descriptions of contracts, names of previous bidders, pricing breakdowns and other information. They can also direct you to the appropriate person and agency looking for your product or service. Copies of state contracts are also available. (Duplicating and mailing costs may apply). For more information, visit us online at www.patreasury.org.
Contact: Bureau of Contracts and Public Records
              Pennsylvania State Treasury
              201 Finance Building
              Harrisburg, PA 17120
              phone: 717-787-2990 or 1-800-252-4700
              fax: (717) 772-0977

ROBERT P. CASEY, Jr.
Pennsylvania State Treasurer






DCNR RFP 2005-001 The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is issuing a Request for Proposal (RFP) for an enterprise-wide information management system to support and manage the Bureau of Forestry's spatial and tabular data and information.
   Department: Conservation and Natural Resources
   Location: DCNR, Rachel Carson State Office Bldg., 400 Market St., Harrisburg, PA 17101
   Duration: Three years with two one-year renewal options
   Contact: Debra Capasso, (717) 783-5885




1000EG3255 West Chester University will accept sealed proposals on July 8, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. for Repairs to Boiler Plant Smoke Stack including open/eroded mortar joints, lightning protection down leads, aviation warning light system, carbon steel reinforcing bands, step irons, pressure wash exterior, wash down interior. Pre-bid site visit scheduled for Friday, June 24, 2005 at 10:00 a.m. Estimated cost is $25,000.00. Project is subject to Pennsylvania Prevailing Wage Act. 10% Bid Bond and 100% Contract Bonds are required.
   Department: State System of Higher Education
   Location: West Chester University, 125 University Ave., West Chester, PA 19383
   Duration: Work to be completed no later than August 14, 2005.
   Contact: Barb Cooper, (610) 436-2706

MI-917 Project #MI-917: Athletics Weight Room Transitional. Located near Biemesderfer Stadium. The new facility is a pre-engineered metal building system approx. 4,520 SF. Building components shall include exterior insulated metal panels, roof panels, brick work, canopy, gutters and downspouts. The project includes site improvements; and all associated plumbing, mechanical and electrical utilities. Separate prime contracts include: General Construction, Mechanical, Plumbing, and Electrical. Contract Numbers and Cost Range: MI-917-G General Const $100,000.00 - $500,000.00; MI-917-H HVAC $50,000 - $100,000; MI-917-P Plumbing $25,000 - $50,000; MI-917-E Electrical $50,000 - $100,000. MBE\WBE REAA Participation Levels: MI-917-G General Construction $28,000.00; MI-917-H HVAC $4,200.00; MI-917-P Plumbing $2,000.00; MI-917-E Electrical $5,600.00. The Pre-bid Conference will be held June 29, 2005, 10:00 AM at Dilworth Bldg., Room 204. Bid documents may be reviewed at the Construction Contracting Office, Dilworth Hall, Room 202B, Millersville University; Harrisburg Builders Exchange Inc., Harrisburg; Industry Exchange, Inc., Reading; and Construction Data Corporation, State College. Bid packet requests accepted on-line: http://muweb.millersville.edu/~purchase/large_construction. html. Sealed proposals will be officially accepted until 11:30 AM, July 18, 2005, at Dilworth Bldg., Room 202C.
   Department: State System of Higher Education
   Location: Millersville University, Millersville, PA, http://marauder.millersville. edu/~circlek/directions.html
   Duration: Anticipated Construction Start; September 2005. On-Site Construction - 90 days
   Contact: Ruth Sheetz, (717) 872-3829

MI-914 PROJECT TITLE: MI-914 SOUTH & SOUTHWEST ACADEMIC QUADRANGLES - PHASE 1, Millersville University of the PA State System of Higher Education. BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Site Improvements - work includes selective demolition of existing asphalt and concrete paving, excavating, grading, erosion and sediment control, drainage inlets, and piping. Construction of new parking area, new asphalt paving, new concrete curbs, walks, ramps, steps, new metal handrails, timber retaining walls, steel and wood pergola, foundations for site furniture, landscaping, underground conduit, and manholes. ESTIMATED RANGE: General Construction $500,000 TO $650,000, Electrical Construction $300,000 TO $400,000. REQUEST BID PACKETS ON-LINE AT: http://muweb.millersville.edu/~purchase/current_bid_ opportunities.html. There is no cost for the bid packets. PRE-BID/SITE VISIT 07/06/05, 1:30 p.m. PROPOSAL DUE DATE 07/21/05, 11:30 a.m.
   Department: State System of Higher Education
   Location: Millersville Borough, PA
   Duration: 92 calendar days
   Contact: Jill M. Coleman, (717) 872-3730




OA-EBD-VOLBEN-2005 Voluntary Benefits, OA-EBD-VOLBEN-2005: The Office of Administration is seeking qualified firm(s) interested in submitting proposals in response to the Office of Administration's Request for Proposal (RFP) for voluntary insurance benefits for permanent full-time employees and permanent part-time employees who work greater than 50% of regular full-time hours. The Contractor will be expected to (1) secure, (2) administer, and (3) communicate fully voluntary (employee-pay-all) Group Long-Term Care (LTC) Insurance, Group Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance, and Group Term Life Insurance programs for active employees and qualified dependents subject to rules and regulations promulgated by the Office of Administration pursuant to all relevant sections of the Internal Revenue Code (IRC). RFP packages are available at http://www.dgsweb.state.pa.us/comod/main.asp. All questions must be submitted in writing by July 8, 2005 at 12:00 PM, to the attention of Tara Long at talong@state.pa.us. A mandatory pre-proposal conference will be held at 9:00 AM, July 22, 2005, in the Second Floor Auditorium, Rachel Carson State Office Building, Market Street, Harrisburg, PA. Proposals must be received no later than 2:00 PM, August 12, 2005 in Room 513, Finance Building, Harrisburg, PA, 17120.
   Department: Office of Administration/Executive Offices
   Location: 513 Finance Building, Harrisburg, PA 17120
   Duration: Three years with two optional extensions of one year each.
   Contact: Tara Long, (717) 787-9872





   Department: Transportation
   Location: 2550 Oakland Avenue, Indiana, PA 15701
   Duration: One year with two options to renew by letter of mutual consent for an additional two-year renewal period each renewal.
   Contact: Diane Spence, (724) 357-7987




SU-04-28 REBID REBID SU-04-28 Pillar Enclosure Replacement & Repair. Shippensburg University is seeking vendors who are interested in providing the necessary labor, materials, equipment, supervision, engineering and coordination to remove, rebuild and resecure pillar enclosures in the Steam Plant. Interested vendors may request a bid package by faxing a request to (717) 477-1350 or emailing a request to kmsmit@ship.edu. All responsible bidders are invited to participate including MBE/WBE firms.
   Department: State System of Higher Education
   Location: Shippensburg University, 1871 Old Main Drive, Shippensburg, PA 17257
   Duration: Services to begin upon contract award and should be completed by October 2005.
   Contact: Karen Smith, (717) 477-1386
[Pa.B. Doc. No. 05-1290. Filed for public inspection July 1, 2005, 9:00 a.m.]

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DESCRIPTION OF LEGEND

1 Advertising,Public Relations, Promotional Materials 22 Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, Electrical, Plumbing, Refrigeration Services, Equipment Rental & Repair
2 Agricultural Services, Livestock, Equipment, Supplies & Repairs: Farming Equipment Rental & Repair, Crop Harvesting & Dusting, Animal Feed, etc. 23 Janitorial Services & Supply Rental: Interior
3 Auctioneer Services 24 Laboratory Services, Maintenance & Consulting
4 Audio/Video, Telecommunications Services, Equipment Rental & Repair 24 Laboratory Services, Maintenance & Consulting
5 Barber/Cosmetology Services & Equipment 25 Laundry/Dry Cleaning & Linen/Uniform Rental
6 Cartography Services 26 Legal Services & Consultation
7 Child Care 27 Lodging/Meeting Facilities
8 Computer Related Services & Equipment Repair: Equipment Rental/Lease, Programming, Data Entry, Payroll Services, Consulting 28 Mailing Services
9 Construction & Construction Maintenance: Buildings, Highways, Roads, Asphalt Paving, Bridges, Culverts, Welding, Resurfacing, etc. 29 Medical Services, Equipment Rental and Repairs & Consultation
10 Court Reporting & Stenography Services 30 Moving Services
11 Demolition\Structural Only 31 Personnel, Temporary
12 Drafting & Design Services 32 Photography Services (includes aerial)
13 Elevator Maintenance 33 Property Maintenance & Renovation\Interior & Exterior: Painting, Restoration, Carpentry Services, Snow Removal, General Landscaping (Mowing, Tree Pruning & Planting, etc.)
14 Engineering Services & Consultation: Geologic, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Solar & Surveying 34 Railroad/Airline Related Services, Equipment & Repair
15 Environmental Maintenance Services: Well Drilling, Mine Reclamation, Core & Exploratory Drilling, Stream Rehabilitation Projects and Installation Services 35 Real Estate Services\Appraisals & Rentals
16 Extermination Services 36 Sanitation\Non-Hazardous Removal, Disposal & Transportation (Includes Chemical Toilets)
17 Financial & Insurance Consulting & Services 37 Security Services & Equipment\MArmed Guards, Investigative Services & Security Systems
18 Firefighting Services 38 Vehicle, Heavy Equipment & Powered Machinery Services, Maintenance, Rental, Repair & Renovation (Includes ADA Improvements)
19 Food 39 Miscellaneous: This category is intended for listing all bids, announcements not applicable to the above categories
20 Fuel Related Services, Equipment & Maintenance to Include Weighing Station Equipment, Underground & Above Storage Tanks
21 Hazardous Material Services: Abatement, Disposal, Removal, Transportation & Consultation

DONALD T. CUNNINGHAM JR.,
Secretary



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