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Allegheny OVR Enhanced Driving and Ancillary Services Solicitation for Non-Emergency Transport

This opportunity is for Pennsylvania small businesses to provide Enhanced Driving and Ancillary Services for the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR) in Allegheny County and surrounding areas. - Government Buyer: - Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Labor & Industry (DLI), Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR), Pittsburgh District - Scope of Services: - On-demand transport for OVR staff and clients, including those with disabilities - Ambulatory transport (for those able to walk but unable to drive) - Non-ambulatory transport (wheelchair-accessible vehicles with ramps/lifts and tie-downs) - Ancillary assistance (e.g., scribe work, reading, sighted guide, safety surveys, tactile dot placement) - Multilingual drivers may be required for some service areas - Service Areas: - Allegheny County and nearby regions, covering Pittsburgh BBVS, Pittsburgh BVRS, Johnstown BVRS (partial), Washington BVRS, New Castle BVRS (partial) - Pricing: - Urban transport rates: $45/hr (ambulatory), $57.50/hr (non-ambulatory) - Minimum reimbursement: two hours per day - Notable Requirements: - Strictly limited to certified Pennsylvania Small Businesses (must submit Small Business Certificate) - Vehicles must meet accessibility standards (ramps, lifts, tie-downs) - Background checks, three-year driving history, vehicle and liability insurance, roadside assistance - Services provided Monday–Friday, 7 am–6 pm, with possible extended hours and overnight stays - Contractors have a 30-day implementation grace period - Multiple awards possible; assignment of work not guaranteed - Administrative Services: - Capitol Police Security Administration badge issuance for contracted personnel working in secured premises (background checks required) - Snow Removal (Separate Opportunity): - Pennsylvania State Police, Mercer Station: snow removal, deicing, and sidewalk services for two fiscal years - Line items include granular and bagged deicing material, snow removal/plowing, and application services - Period of Performance: - Initial contract term: 3 years, with up to 2 one-year renewal options and a possible 3-month extension - Minimum service durations/reimbursements apply - Pricing held constant through renewals - **No OEMs or specific part numbers are mentioned; services are the primary focus.

Description

This solicitation is for the procurement of professional, on-demand Enhanced Driving and Ancillary Services specifically for the Allegheny County area in Pennsylvania. The services are intended to provide non-emergency transport for employees of the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR) who may be blind, visually impaired, or have other disabilities preventing them from driving themselves while on Commonwealth business. The contract is reserved for DGS Small Businesses, requiring bidders to attach their Small Business Certificate. The services include both ambulatory and non-ambulatory transport, with vehicles equipped to handle wheelchairs or motorized scooters as needed. The contract duration is 6 months, and bids must be submitted electronically by October 5, 2026, at 4:00 PM.

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