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Enhanced Driving and Ancillary Services for OVR in Allegheny County (Small Business Set-Aside)

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of Labor & Industry, Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR), is seeking certified small businesses to provide Enhanced Driving and Ancillary Services for OVR staff and clients in Allegheny County and surrounding areas. - Government Buyer: - Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (DLI), Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR) - Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation Services (BVRS) and Bureau of Blindness and Visual Services (BBVS), Pittsburgh District - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named; procurement is restricted to DGS-certified Pennsylvania small businesses - Products/Services Requested: - Ambulatory transport services ($45/hr): for personnel able to walk but unable to drive - Non-ambulatory (wheelchair-accessible) transport services ($57.50/hr): for personnel requiring wheelchair-accessible vehicles, ramps/lifts, and tie-downs - Ancillary assistance services: scribe work, reading, sighted guide, safety surveys, tactile dot placement, etc. - Multilingual drivers may be required for some service areas - Photo identification and access badge issuance for contracted personnel (background checks required) - Snow removal and deicing services for Pennsylvania State Police Mercer Station (separate opportunity) - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Contract is set aside for self-certified Pennsylvania small businesses; bidders must submit proof of certification - Strict compliance with safety, insurance, background checks, and confidentiality requirements - Vehicles must be equipped for non-ambulatory transport (ramps/lifts, tie-downs) - Services provided Monday–Friday, 7 am–6 pm, with possible extended hours and overnight stays - Minimum service durations and guaranteed reimbursements apply - Multilingual driver capability may be required - Contractors must obtain Capitol Police badges for access to secured premises (subject to background checks and fees) - Pricing is fixed for the contract term and renewals - Service coverage includes multiple district offices in the Pittsburgh area

Description

This solicitation is a supplement to Invitation to Bid (IFB) 6100061271 and is for the procurement of Non-Emergency Transport Services specifically for Allegheny County. The services involve transporting employees or passengers who may be blind, visually impaired, or have other disabilities from the Pittsburgh BVRS/BBVS OVR District office to locations for Commonwealth business. The contract duration is 6 months and the procurement is reserved for DGS Small Businesses, requiring bidders to attach their Small Business Certificate. The IFB includes various attachments such as the Statement of Work, Terms and Conditions, Price Rate Sheet, and confidentiality forms.

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