Pennsylvania eMarketplace #6100065977

Enhanced Driving, Ancillary, and Facility Services for OVR and State Agencies (Cambria County, PA)

This opportunity seeks qualified small business providers to deliver Enhanced Driving and Ancillary Services for the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry, Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR), primarily serving employees who are blind, visually impaired, or disabled in Cambria County and the Johnstown area. - Government Buyer: - Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Labor and Industry (DLI), Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR), Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation Services and Bureau of Blindness and Visual Services - Additional buyers for related services: Department of General Services (Capitol Police Security Administration), Pennsylvania State Police (Mercer Station) - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or commercial manufacturers are named; solicitation is open to DGS-certified small business transportation providers - Products/Services Requested: - Enhanced Driving and Ancillary Services for OVR employees (ambulatory and non-ambulatory transport) - Wheelchair-accessible vehicles with ramps/lifts and tie-downs required for non-ambulatory transport - Ancillary support such as scribe work and safety surveys - Hourly reimbursement with wait time and mileage allowances - Photo identification and access badge issuance for contracted personnel (Capitol Complex access) - Snow removal and deicing services for Pennsylvania State Police Mercer Station (multiple line items for plowing, granular and bagged deicing material, sidewalk clearing) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Set aside for DGS-certified Pennsylvania small businesses - Strict driver and vehicle eligibility, safety, and insurance requirements - Minimum reimbursement of two hours per day for transportation services - Contractors must obtain Capitol Police security badges for access to secured premises, subject to background checks - For snow removal, proof of site visit and compliance with bid specifications required - Period of Performance: - Transportation: One-year contract with potential renewal; similar OVR contracts may run up to three years with renewal options - Security badges: Valid up to one year or contract duration - Snow removal: Two fiscal years covered - Places of Performance: - Johnstown BBVS and BVRS District office (primary OVR service location) - Cambria County and surrounding areas (transportation service area) - Pennsylvania Capitol Complex (security badge access) - Pennsylvania State Police Mercer Station (snow removal services)

Description

This solicitation is an Invitation for Bids (IFB) for the provision of Enhanced Driving and Ancillary Services specifically for the Cambria County area, originating from the Johnstown BVRS/BBVS OVR District office. The services include non-emergency transport for employees who may be blind, visually impaired, or have other disabilities preventing self-driving, covering both ambulatory and non-ambulatory transports. The procurement is reserved for DGS Small Businesses, requiring bidders to attach their Small Business Certificate. The contract duration is one year, and the solicitation includes detailed requirements and documentation for bid submission.

View original listing