Opportunity
Scranton Opengov #2026-ITB-133
Scranton seeks bids for opening, closing, and winterization services for city pools
Posted
August 17, 2026
Respond By
August 25, 2026
Identifier
2026-ITB-133
NAICS
238990
The City of Scranton Department of Business Administration is seeking bids for comprehensive seasonal services for municipal pools. - Government Buyer: - City of Scranton Department of Business Administration - Office of the City Controller - Pools Covered: - Weston Field Pool - Nay Aug Pool - Optional add-alternates: Weston Park Pool, Connell Park Pool - Services Requested: - Opening, closing, and winterization of city pools - Winterization tasks include blowing out water lines, adding antifreeze, plugging filter baskets, removing splash elements, railings, and ladders, adding chemicals to prevent algae, and covering pools - Opening tasks include uncovering pools, folding and storing covers, clearing lines, and reinstalling handrails, ladders, and splash elements - Products/Line Items: - Complete opening, closing, and winterization services for each pool (no specific part numbers) - Unique Requirements: - All bids must be submitted electronically via the City's e-Procurement Portal - Mandatory adherence to specific seasonal deadlines: winterization by September 15, opening by May 10 - Optional add-alternate pools may be included in the contract - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; services are the primary focus - NIGP codes relevant to pool maintenance, construction, and related services
Description
The City of Scranton Department of Business Administration is seeking separate sealed bids for the opening, closing, and winterization of city pools. Bids must be submitted online via the City's e-Procurement Portal by 10:00 am on August 25, 2026, and will be publicly opened in City Council Chambers. The solicitation includes specifications detailed in the official Invitation to Bid (ITB), which can be accessed through the City's procurement portal. Questions regarding the project must be submitted via the portal by August 21, 2026, and technical support is available for portal issues.