DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS
SCI Fayette – Reroof 3 Residences
WORK STATEMENT
I.
SCOPE OF WORK:
The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Corrections (DOC), requires Roof
Replacement for three (3) residences—Superintendent’s and two Deputy’s homes—at SCI
Fayette, 50 Overlook Drive, LaBelle, PA 15450.
II. ISSUING OFFICER
Questions regarding the bid should be directed towards Steven Buzzard
(sbuzzard@pa.gov). All questions regarding the IFB must be submitted by email. Subject
line of the email must reference: 6100066475 SCI Fayette Resident Roofing Project.
Questions received within 48 hours prior to the bid due date and time will be answered at
the discretion of the Commonwealth. All questions received will be answered in writing,
and such responses shall be posted to eMartketplace as an addendum to the IFB. The
Issuing Office shall not be bound by any verbal information, nor shall it be bound by any
written information that is not either contained within the IFB or formally issued as an
addendum by the Issuing Office.
III. MANDATORY SITE INSPECTION
A mandatory site inspection will be held on September 3, 2026, at 2:00PM at SCI Fayette.
Prospective bidders must email Mark Weaver at markweaver@pa.gov, and Erin Hayes at
erhayes@pa.gov to confirm attendance and identify participation 5-days prior to site
inspection. The Department of Corrections requires that all attending the site inspection
receive a Security Clearance Check in advance. More information about the Pennsylvania
DOC clearance certificate process can be found through the same site.
Prospective bidders must attend mandatory site inspection to submit a bid. Prospective
bidders who submit a bid without attending the mandatory site inspection will be rejected
as non-responsive.
IV. TRADES INVOLVED
The following contractor trades will be required for this project: General Contractor or Roofing
Subcontractor capable of performing as a general contractor.
V. CERTIFIED MICRO BUSINESS
ONLY CERTIFIED MICRO BUSINESSES ARE ELIGIBLE FOR BID OR AWARD. The Department of
Corrections has designated this contract as a Micro Business Procurement (MBR) to provide
Department of General Services (DGS)-certified micro businesses the opportunity to compete
against other DGS-certified micro businesses for Commonwealth agency and DGS statewide
contracts. The micro business requirements and certification process can be found on the
following website. Certification will be provided following the self-certification process, through
the same site. A valid Micro Business Certificate will be required as part of the bid in order to be
deemed a responsive bidder. This contract will be monitored for compliance by Business
Inclusion and Supplier Development (BISD).
VI. PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The scope of the project includes, but is not limited to:
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A. Removal of existing roof assemblies to expose existing plywood roof deck.
Superintendent Residence: +/-2,500 Sq Ft; Deputy Residences: +/-2,200 Sq Ft each.
Total Reroof area is +/-6,900 Sq Ft.
B. Removal of associated metal edging, flashings, fascia flashing, trim, ridge vents,
gutters, and downspouts to expose clean working surfaces.
C. Installation of new roofing assemblies including underlayment, ice and water shield,
shingle roofing, new roof edge, flashings, ridge vent if required, and sealants. 30-year
warranty for shingles shall be included.
D. A project sign is not required. No removed materials or equipment shall be reinstalled
in the work, unless so noted in these Specifications or as directed.
E. All construction trailers, equipment and materials required to be on-site shall be
located as directed by the Department.
F. It is not anticipated that hazardous materials will be encountered.
G. The contract duration shall be 60 calendar days.
VII. SPECIFICATIONS
Additional requirements are included in Attachment 03 – Specifications.
VIII. WORKING HOURS
The Contractor's available working hours shall be from 7 A.M. to 3 P.M., Monday
through Friday.
A. Work during different hours, or work on Saturdays, Sundays, State and
National Holidays or overtime work, must have the Department’s or
Institution’s written approval. Work on these days if approved shall be at no
additional cost or time to the Contract.
B. The Department's failure to approve different working hours, weekend or
holiday working hours, or overtime hours is not cause for a claim against the
Department for delay or any added costs or time to the Contract.
IX. DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING
The Contractor shall coordinate storage location with the Department.
A. The Contractor shall store all materials, equipment and bulk items prior to
installation in clean, dry, well-ventilated locations. Waterproof tarpaulin or
polyethylene sheeting must allow for air circulation under covering.
B. Gas, diesel, propane, or electrically powered lifts or cranes may be left at the
jobsite after working hours, as approved by the Department.
X. PARKING, TRAFFIC & FACILITIES
Parking shall be limited to areas approved by the Department.
A. At the Initial Job Conference, the Lead Contractor shall establish a construction
staging and traffic plan for the project which minimizes construction
interference with the Department’s operation. This plan is subject to the
Department’s review and approval.
B. All contractor activities will occur outside the Institution’s secure perimeter.
C. The Lead Contractor shall, at its cost, provide and maintain in a clean and
sanitary condition, adequate and approved sanitary facilities in accordance
with O.S.H.A. requirements. Portable chemical toilets approved by the
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Pennsylvania Department of Health are acceptable. Provisions shall be made to
assure not less than one toilet facility is available.
XI. SEQUENCE OF CONSTRUCTION AND MILESTONES
A. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Before beginning work, the Contractors shall prepare a schedule approved by the
Department. The work must be carried out in accordance with this schedule. The
Contractors shall perform the work with minimal interference with the
Department’s operations. Contractors shall track submissions, ordering dates, and
delivery of materials in the Project Schedule.
2. The Contractor is cautioned that all critical materials and equipment shall be
ordered as quickly as possible, so that lead time will not delay the progress or
completion of the project.
B. CRITICAL ITEMS TO BE NOTED AS MILESTONES
The Contractors shall include the following critical items as Milestones:
1. Establishment of electric and data connections; placement of
contractor staging areas.
2. Submittal for approval of roof and drainage systems.
3. Ordering of materials.
4. Full roof replacement.
C. CONSTRUCTION PROGRAM
1. Contractors shall coordinate with the Department any scheduling requirements
for the location and timing of the various work activities. All work performed
under this Project shall be done in a manner that will not disrupt normal activities
in and around the facility.
2. Contractors shall coordinate and schedule inspections as required by the
provisions of the Building Permit issued by Pennsylvania Department of Labor and
Industry (L&I). The L&I Inspector’s availability shall not constitute a delay to the
progress of the project and shall be considered when scheduling and completing
the work of this project.
3. Contractors shall not compromise the safety of any individuals while performing
any of their work, but shall take all necessary precautions to maintain safety
during the progress of the work including, but not limited to, fall protection,
shoring, bracing, barricades, signage, safety tape and rails, fencing, etc.
4. Contractors are advised that the schedule may require multiple crews to work
concurrently on the building. Multiple areas may be worked concurrently, and
contractors are required to supervise, staff and equip the job accordingly.
XII. TEMPORARY UTILITIES
A. Temporary utilities, including water and electric power, will be provided by DOC.
B. The Contractor shall provide UL listed, NFPA approved fire extinguishers, ten (10) lb.
minimum, at the construction site during operations, suitable for all types of fires in
accordance with OSHA.
C. The Contractor shall have all needed equipment and material to complete planned
work at the site, prior to shutting down any system. Contractors are to follow all
requirements and submit a “Utility Interruption Request” form to the Department.
D. The Contractor shall provide hoisting facilities for its own work. All hoisting facilities
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must comply with the safety regulations of the Department of Labor and Industry.
XIII. CONTRACTOR REQUIREMENTS
A. The Contractor agrees to comply with the Pennsylvania Prevailing Wage Act.
Prevailing wages are included in Appendix 01 – Prevailing Wages.
B. The Contractor shall purchase and maintain, at its expense, Workmen’s Compensation
Insurance and Public Liability and Property Damage Insurance per section V.39
CONTRACT-045.1 Insurance – General (Dec 12 2006) in the associated terms and
conditions. Refer to Attachment 02 – Terms and Conditions.
XIV. BIDDING REQUIREMENTS
Prospective bidders must complete and attach the following documentation to the bid
response to be considered responsive
A. Costs through PA Supplier Portal
B. Appendix 02 – Domestic Workforce Utilization Form
C. Appendix 03 – Worker Protection and Investment Certification Form
Pursuant to Executive Order 2021-06, Worker Protection and Investment (October 21,
2021), the Commonwealth is responsible for ensuring that every Pennsylvania worker
has a safe and healthy work environment and the protections afforded them through
labor laws. To that end, contractors and grantees of the Commonwealth must certify
that they are in compliance with all applicable Pennsylvania state labor and workforce
safety laws. Such certification shall be made through the Worker Protection and
Investment Certification Form (BOP-2201) and the completed form must be submitted
with the bid, proposal, or quote.
D. Provide a copy of your Micro Business Certification
XV. CONTRACTOR QUALIFICATIONS
A. After the bid opening, and prior to awarding the contract, DOC has the right to
request references (name, addresses and telephone numbers) of similar work
performed in the previous two (2) years as proof of qualifications to perform the
work involved in this contract.
XVI. CONTRACT TERM
A. The project must be completed to the DOC’s satisfaction within 60 calendar days
commencing on the date of the initial job conference. The initial job conference
will be scheduled by the DOC within 14 calendars days of awarding purchase
order. Extensions to this deadline must be requested by the contractor at least 14
calendar days in advance of the project completion deadline. The extension will
only be accepted and approved by the DOC through the issuance of a change
order.
XVII.
BID RESULTS
A. Bids will be opened on the date and time specified in the invitation for bid. Bid
tabulations will be posted on the Department of General Services’ eMarketplace.
B. Tabulations are for information only and do NOT constitute actual award/
execution of a contract. The results of the apparent bidders and all bids are
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under review until final award of the purchase order.
XVIII. BID AWARD
A. It shall be understood and agreed that any quantities listed in the solicitation
are estimated only and may be increased or decreased in accordance with the
actual requirements of the Department of Corrections.
B. Project work and associated costs may be revised through the change order
process due to issues that could not have reasonably been foreseen through
the site visit, to include but not be limited to, hidden damage or unseen
structural issues. All changes must be within the scope of the original project.
Changes orders, also called supplemental work, must be submitted in quote
form, on vendor letterhead, to the project manager for review and approval.
Once approved by the project manager, a change order will be issued to add
the supplemental work to the purchase order, and will be done as a one lump
sum line item, labeled as Supplemental Work Order.
C. Unless otherwise indicated, the unit price must include all labor, materials,
equipment, tools, insurance, delivery fees and all items necessary for the
completion of the project. In cases of discrepancies in prices, the unit price will
be binding unless the unit price is obviously in error and the extended price is
obviously correct, in which case the erroneous unit price will be corrected. All
items will be delivered F.O.B Destination. The awarded supplier is responsible
for any shipping or delivery costs.
D. The Commonwealth reserves the right to award by item or on a total Bid basis,
whichever is deemed more advantageous to the Commonwealth.
XIX. INVOICING
A. Contractors must follow the following invoicing requirements:
1. Accurately bill the Commonwealth for actual services rendered on all invoices.
2. Submit invoice to appropriate resource account within 10 business daysof
completed service
3. Comply with Commonwealth / Department of Correction’s practices for
supplier payments.
B. The awarded supplier should submit all invoices, as outlined by the Pennsylvania
Office of the Budget, as a PDF file to 69180@pa.gov.
C. The following link will provide more information regarding the Office of the Budget’s
invoicing requirements and resources:
https://www.budget.pa.gov/Services/ForVendors/Pages/default.aspx
XX. GENERAL
A. Provision of all related hardware to accomplish proper installation is supplier’s
responsibility.
B. DOC contract Terms and Conditions, included as Attachment 02 – Terms and
Conditions, will apply on the PO.
C. The contractor must comply with the laws set forth through the regular construction
process. These laws include, but are not limited to:
1. The Public Works Employment Verification Act
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