Opportunity
City of Philadelphia PHLContracts Periscope #B2727337
Prequalification for Mechanical Work: ARFF #78 Expansion 1 at Philadelphia International Airport
Posted
August 21, 2026
Respond By
September 11, 2026
Identifier
B2727337
NAICS
238220, 238290
The City of Philadelphia Department of Aviation is seeking prequalification submissions from contractors for the mechanical scope of the ARFF #78 Expansion 1 project at Philadelphia International Airport. - Government Buyer: - City of Philadelphia Department of Aviation, Capital Development Group - Project Scope: - Renovation and expansion of an aircraft rescue and firefighting facility - Addition of new locker rooms, restrooms, dormitories, administrative areas, and apparatus bays - Mechanical work includes HVAC systems, plumbing, and related mechanical systems - Products and Materials Requested: - Steel structural tubing, steel joists, steel decking, formed metal framing - Metal fabrications, decorative metal railings, rough carpentry materials - Architectural wood casework, plastic paneling (FRP), sheet waterproofing membrane - Thermal insulation (rockwool and foam board), air barriers, SBS modified bituminous roofing system - Sheet metal flashing and trim, roof specialties, roof accessories - Firestopping systems, preformed joint seals, joint sealants - Hollow metal doors and frames, flush wood doors, access doors and panels - Aluminum windows, door hardware (mechanical and electrified), louvers - Flooring preparation, gypsum board assemblies, non-structural metal framing - Tiling, acoustical ceilings, resilient flooring, tile carpeting - Notable Requirements: - Compliance with sustainable design standards - Prevailing wage rates effective July 28, 2026 - Coordination to maintain 24-hour operation of the ARFF facility during construction - Warranty periods: 20-year roofing membrane, 10-year mechanical hardware, 5-year louver - Prequalification is required for participation in the closed bid phase - OEMs and Vendors: - Specific OEMs for door hardware and electrified access control components are referenced in specifications, but not named in the summary - Estimated Contract Value: - $500,000 to $1,000,000
Description
This solicitation is a prequalification bid for HVAC related mechanical work at the Philadelphia International Airport as part of the ARFF #78 Expansion 1 project. The scope includes renovation and expansion involving mechanical systems. Approved sellers will be invited to submit bids in a closed solicitation. The estimated contract value ranges from $500,000 to $1,000,000. A non-mandatory virtual pre-bid meeting will be held on September 1, 2026.