Opportunity
City of Philadelphia PHLContracts Periscope #B2728121
Philadelphia Free Library seeks snow and ice removal services for Region 4 library sites
Posted
September 25, 2026
Respond By
October 15, 2026
Identifier
B2728121
NAICS
561790
The City of Philadelphia's Free Library is seeking qualified vendors to provide comprehensive snow and ice removal services for Region 4, covering Northwest, South, and Parkway Central library locations. - Government Buyer: - City of Philadelphia, Free Library of Philadelphia, Division of Property Management - Scope of Services: - Snow and ice clearance for sidewalks, entrances, ramps, accessible routes, and parking lots at 9 active library sites - Services include: - Per-event snow and ice clearance (2 to 6 inches and over 6 inches) - De-icing material application (Tiers A, B, C) - Anti-icing pre-treatment applications - Parking lot and drive aisle plowing (Tiers B and C) - Emergency/as-needed labor (laborers with hand equipment and operators with machines) - Snow hauling or relocation (truck, loader, and operator) - Special care required for historic Carnegie library branches - Notable Requirements: - Compliance with Philadelphia Code 10-720 for safe public access, including for seniors and wheelchair users - Services must be performed on an as-needed basis; no minimum quantity is guaranteed - Vendors must quote all items to be eligible for award - Compliance with prevailing wage, insurance, tax, and equal opportunity provisions - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; opportunity is open to all qualified providers - Contract Structure: - Requirements-type contract for one winter season, with options to renew for up to three additional one-year periods
Description
The City of Philadelphia is soliciting proposals for snow and ice removal services for Region 4, which includes Northwest, South areas, and Parkway Central. The services include clearing sidewalks, steps, ramps, accessible routes, and parking lots at specified library locations. The contract term is from November 1, 2026, to April 30, 2027, with options to renew for up to three additional one-year periods. The contract is a requirements type, with services ordered and delivered on an as-needed basis, and no minimum quantity is guaranteed. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, and sellers must quote all items to be eligible for award.