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PA Bulletin, Doc. No. 05-2189
STATE CONTRACTS INFORMATION
DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SERVICES

   Act 266 of 1982 provides for the payment of interest penalties on certain invoices of "qualified small business concerns". The penalties apply to invoices for goods or services when payments are not made by the required payment date or within a 15 day grace period thereafter.
   Act 1984-196 redefined a "qualified small business concern" as any independently owned and operated, for-profit business concern employing 100 or fewer employees. See 4 Pa.Code § 2.32. The business must include the following statement on every invoice submitted to the Commonwealth: "(name of business) is a qualified small business concern as defined in 4 Pa. Code 2.32."
   A business is eligible for payments when the required payment is the latest of:
      The payment date specified in the contract.
      30 days after the later of the receipt of a proper invoice or receipt of goods or services.
      The net payment date stated on the business' invoice.
   A 15-day grace period after the required payment date is provided to the Commonwealth by the Act.
   For more information: contact: Small Business Resource Center
                                                  PA Department of Community and Economic Development
                                                  374 Forum Building
                                                  Harrisburg, PA 17120
                                                  800-280-3801 or (717) 783-5700


DO BUSINESS WITH STATE AGENCIES
The Treasury Department's Bureau of Contracts and Public Records can help you do business with state government agencies. The bureau is, by law, the central repository for all state contracts over $5,000. Contract Specialists can supply you with descriptions of contracts, names of previous bidders, pricing breakdowns and other information. They can also direct you to the appropriate person and agency looking for your product or service. Copies of state contracts are also available. (Duplicating and mailing costs may apply). For more information, visit us online at www.patreasury.org.
Contact: Bureau of Contracts and Public Records
              Pennsylvania State Treasury
              201 Finance Building
              Harrisburg, PA 17120
              phone: 717-787-2990 or 1-800-252-4700
              fax: (717) 772-0977

ROBERT P. CASEY, Jr.
Pennsylvania State Treasurer






RFP# 10078940 Bloomsburg University is seeking vendors interested in responding to a request for proposal for an independent analysis, evaluation and recommendations for internet websites operated by Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania. Evaluation will need to include focus groups or surveys as well as observations, suggestions, and solutions based on the vendor's recognized expertise in Internet communication. All interested vendors can receive a copy of the RFP By emailing rhakim@bloomu.edu. RFP will be issued on November 23, 2005 and be due on December 21, 2005. Target date for award is February 2006.
   Department: State System of Higher Education
   Location: Bloomsburg University, 400 East Second Street, Bloomsburg, PA 17815
   Duration: Undetermined at this time
   Contact: Robert Hakim, 570-389-4311




RFI-Geotechnical Firms Millersville University would like to hear from Geotechnical firms specializing in site, foundation and soil analysis with a possible future RFP for a multi-year open-ended contract in mind. An acceptable firm must also be able to provide a full range of testing and analyzing capabilities. This ad is to request information only and no specific project is available at this time. Please respond by E-mailing a letter of interest and company information to John.Cox@millersville.edu.
   Department: State System of Higher Education
   Location: Millersville University, Millersville Borough
   Duration: N/A at this time
   Contact: John Cox, 717-871-2083





   Department: Banking
   Location: 333 Market Street, Harrisburg, PA 17101
   Duration: Through 6/1/06.
   Contact: Christie Sharma, 717-346-9344





   Department: State Police
   Location: Pennsylvania State Police, Troop G, Philipsburg Station, 3104 Port Matilda Highway, Philipsburg, PA 16866
   Duration: February 1, 2006 through June 30 2008
   Contact: Helen Fuhrman, 717-705-5952




CN00017712 Vision examinations for individuals residing at Polk Center by a physician who is a specialist in the diseases of the eye or by an optometrist, certified to Practice in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Prospective vendors must register with the Integrated Enterprise System (IES) at www.vendorregistration.state.pa.us. DPW utilizes the information contained in the vendor master file for its procurement activities. Registered vendors who need to update or change the existing information in this file must contact IES and provide the changes or updates to IES. It is the vendor's responsibility to contact IES for changes, as DPW is unable to change vendor information. If you fail to update or change information, you may not receive requested bid information.
   Department: Public Welfare
   Location: Polk Center, P O Box 94, Polk, PA 16342
   Duration: Anticipated March 1, 2006 through June 30, 2009
   Contact: Amy Tatarek, 814-432-0229




SSHE 401-BL-804 Work under this project consists of removing asbestos tiles in all 160 student rooms, removing and disposing of all built-in furniture, painting all dorm rooms, stairwells, hallways, closets, storage rooms, and laundry rooms, installing new floor tile, minor electrical modifications and attached new University supplied furniture to the walls. This will be a one-prime contract. To obtain a copy of the bid documents submit a $25.00 non-refundable deposit to Bloomsburg University, 400 East Second Street, Bloomsburg, PA 17815, ATTN: Diann Shamburg, phone #570-389-4312, fax #570-389-2017. The pre-bid conference will be held on January 5, 2006 and bids will be due January 19, 2006.
   Department: State System of Higher Education
   Location: Bloomsburg University, 400 East Second Street, Bloomsburg, PA 17815
   Duration: 74 calendar days from May 15, 2006 through July 28, 2006
   Contact: Diann Shamburg, 570-389-4312




RFA#2006-ACS-01 PENNSERVE: The Governor's Office of Citizen Service announces the availability of grant funding for operation of AMERICORPS* State service programs by not-for-profit organizations, community-based, faith-based, government agencies and educational institutions. The grants support the administration of volunteer service programs that meet locally-identified needs in the areas of education, public safety, homeland security, the environment and other human services. The Federal program requires a cash and/or in-kind match from successful applicants. Application instructions are available on the PENNSERVE website, WWW.PENNSERVE.STATE.PA.US or by calling 717-787-1971. All applications are due to PENNSERVE by 4:00 P.M., EST on Tuesday, January 10, 2006.
   Department: Labor and Industry
   Location: 1306 Labor and Industry Building, 7th and Forster Streets, Harrisburg, PA 17120
   Duration: One year upon award. Part of three-year cycle.
   Contact: D. MARK SIMPSON, 717-787-1971

2005-5 The Legislative Budget and Finance Committee, pursuant to Senate Resolution 124 and Senate Resolution 131, is required to conduct a study to determine the advantages and disadvantages of creating a separate cabinet-level Department of Veterans Affairs, as well as conduct a comprehensive study and review of veterans services in Pennsylvania. Specifically, the LB&FC is directed to examine how such services are organized, managed, funded and staffed at the state and local levels as well as review the composition, functions and duties of the State Veterans Commission and the advisory councils for veterans homes. The study is also to compare Pennsylvania's veterans services with those that are provided in other states. The study is to include recommendations on how Pennsylvania should best organize, manage, fund and staff veterans programs at the state and local levels to provide the best services in the most cost effective and efficient manner, and to review and consider the costs and benefits of a broad range of options for best providing such services, including, but not limited to creating a separate Department of Veterans Affairs. Responses to the RFP are due by close of business (4:30 p.m.) on December 6, 2005, and the stated project completion date is June 1, 2006.
   Department: Legislative Budget and Finance Committee
   Location: 400-A Finance Building, North and Commonwealth Streets, Harrisburg, PA; P.O. Box 8737, Harrisburg, PA 17105
   Duration: Through project completion targeted for June 1, 2006.
   Contact: Philip Durgin, Executive Director, 717.783.1600

RFI 20051114 The Liquor Control Board is issuing this Request For Information (RFI) # 20051114 for the purpose of searching for qualified consultants to assist the Board in developing curriculum for it's wine education program. Minimum qualifications for the consultant include: Ph.D. or Ed.D. in Education (Teacher Education, Adult Education or related field); Minimum of 10 years experience In curriculum development; Consultancy experience in training, curriculum development and/or wine education; Completion of training in wine knowledge/appreciation and/or wine education, specifically with: wine flavor profiles, wine and food pairings and major wine varieties. Interested parties wishing to receive a copy of the detailed Project Scope must submit a request to dbrinser@state.pa.us. Responses to this RFI # 20051114 are due on December 8, 2005 at 1:00 p.m.
   Department: Liquor Control Board
   Location: Harrisburg
   Duration: To be determined
   Contact: Debra Brinser, (717) 787-9851

RFP 18-05 The Department of Public Welfare, Office of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, is seeking proposals for the expansion of the Health Choices Behavioral Health Program into Lackawanna, Luzerne, Susquehanna and Wyoming Counties. Prospective vendors must register with the Integrated Enterprise System (IES) at www.vendorregistration.state.pa.us. DPW utilizes the information contained in the vendor master file for its procurement activities. Registered vendors who need to update or change the existing information in this file must contact IES and provide the changes or updates to IES. It is the vendor's responsibility to contact IES for changes, as DPW is unable to change vendor information. If you fail to update or change information, you may not receive requested bid information. Technical and Disadvantaged Business proposals must be received no later than January 5, 2006 at 2:00 P.M. COST Proposals must be received no later than February 1, 2006 at 2:00 P.M. Please check back often to this site. Updates will be posted as they occur.
   Department: Public Welfare
   Location: Lackawanna, Luzerne, Susquehanna and Wyoming Counties.
   Duration: Approximately 36 months ending June 30, 2009 with one (1) two-year renewal option.
   Contact: Beth Trowbridge, 717-783-1083
[Pa.B. Doc. No. 05-2189. Filed for public inspection November 23, 2005, 9:00 a.m.]

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DESCRIPTION OF LEGEND

1 Advertising,Public Relations, Promotional Materials 22 Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, Electrical, Plumbing, Refrigeration Services, Equipment Rental & Repair
2 Agricultural Services, Livestock, Equipment, Supplies & Repairs: Farming Equipment Rental & Repair, Crop Harvesting & Dusting, Animal Feed, etc. 23 Janitorial Services & Supply Rental: Interior
3 Auctioneer Services 24 Laboratory Services, Maintenance & Consulting
4 Audio/Video, Telecommunications Services, Equipment Rental & Repair 24 Laboratory Services, Maintenance & Consulting
5 Barber/Cosmetology Services & Equipment 25 Laundry/Dry Cleaning & Linen/Uniform Rental
6 Cartography Services 26 Legal Services & Consultation
7 Child Care 27 Lodging/Meeting Facilities
8 Computer Related Services & Equipment Repair: Equipment Rental/Lease, Programming, Data Entry, Payroll Services, Consulting 28 Mailing Services
9 Construction & Construction Maintenance: Buildings, Highways, Roads, Asphalt Paving, Bridges, Culverts, Welding, Resurfacing, etc. 29 Medical Services, Equipment Rental and Repairs & Consultation
10 Court Reporting & Stenography Services 30 Moving Services
11 Demolition\Structural Only 31 Personnel, Temporary
12 Drafting & Design Services 32 Photography Services (includes aerial)
13 Elevator Maintenance 33 Property Maintenance & Renovation\Interior & Exterior: Painting, Restoration, Carpentry Services, Snow Removal, General Landscaping (Mowing, Tree Pruning & Planting, etc.)
14 Engineering Services & Consultation: Geologic, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Solar & Surveying 34 Railroad/Airline Related Services, Equipment & Repair
15 Environmental Maintenance Services: Well Drilling, Mine Reclamation, Core & Exploratory Drilling, Stream Rehabilitation Projects and Installation Services 35 Real Estate Services\Appraisals & Rentals
16 Extermination Services 36 Sanitation\Non-Hazardous Removal, Disposal & Transportation (Includes Chemical Toilets)
17 Financial & Insurance Consulting & Services 37 Security Services & Equipment\MArmed Guards, Investigative Services & Security Systems
18 Firefighting Services 38 Vehicle, Heavy Equipment & Powered Machinery Services, Maintenance, Rental, Repair & Renovation (Includes ADA Improvements)
19 Food 39 Miscellaneous: This category is intended for listing all bids, announcements not applicable to the above categories
20 Fuel Related Services, Equipment & Maintenance to Include Weighing Station Equipment, Underground & Above Storage Tanks
21 Hazardous Material Services: Abatement, Disposal, Removal, Transportation & Consultation

JAMES P. CREEDON,
Secretary



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