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

HUNa1105-0606  Description: Dairy/Frozen Products: Broccoli Spears, Cauliflower, Ice-cream and any other frozen products needed to supply the Institutions Food Service department.    Department: Corrections    Location: SCI-Huntingdon/Smithfield, 1100 Pike Street, Huntingdon, PA 16654    Duration: November 1, 2005 through June 30, 2006.    Contact: Susan Barben, PA1, (814) 643-2400, 305 CN00017093 Description: Bread and bread products.    Department: Public Welfare    Location: Polk Center, P. O. Box 94, Polk, PA 16342    Duration: January 1, 2006 through June 30, 2006    Contact: Marty DuPont, Purchasing Agent, (814) 432-0326 CL-624 Description:  Replace DA Tank, Boiler House. Clarion University of Pennsylvania is soliciting bids for replacement of an existing deaerator tank in the boiler house on main campus on Clarion, PA. Two prime contracts will be awarded for: general construction to include removal of a roof section and replacement of same after the new tank has been installed; and mechanical construction to include installation of a new tank through the roof opening with reinstallation of all piping and trim. Plans cost: $30.00, nonrefundable, by check payable to Clarion University and mailed to the attention of Judy McAninch, Contract Specialist, 218 Carrier Hall, Clarion University, Clarion, PA 16214. Pre-Bid meeting: 10:00 a.m., November 9, 2005. Bids Due: 2:00 p.m., November 23, 2005.    Department: State System of Higher Education    Location: Clarion University, Clarion County, Clarion, PA    Duration: 120 Days from Notice to Proceed    Contact: Judy McAninch, (814) 393-2240    Department: Gaming Control Board    Location: 505 North Office Building Harrisburg, PA 17125    Contact: John Hocker, (717) 787-4396 93918 Description:  Lease office/storage space to the Commonwealth. Proposals are invited to provide the Gaming Control Board with 16,000 sq. ft. office space and 3,500 sq. ft. storage space. The offered space must be located within the city limits of Harrisburg and Swatara Township, Dauphin County, with availability of private and/or public parking. The site must also be accessible to public transportation. The offered space must have the capability to provide an additional 20,000 sq. ft. of office space based on the Gaming Control Board's future space needs and contain a 10` x 20` secure vault and loading dock adjacent to the office space. Downtown locations will be considered. For more information on SFP #93918 which is due on 11/28/05 visit www.dgs.state.pa.us or call (717) 787-4396.    Department: Gaming Control Board    Location: 505 North Office Building, Harrisburg, PA 17125    Contact: John Hocker cn00017337 Description:  PennDOT, Butler County Dist. 1020, is soliciting bids from individuals, firms and corporations to purchase (1) one heavy duty series of a tire changer feature to include the handles the rims sizes from 14" to 56" in diameter and tires up to 43" wide. Must include freight charges, set up the tire changer, and the training by a factory rep all must be register on line www.vendorregistion.state.pa.us to do business with the Commonwealth, please fax or e-mail your name and your company and the complete address, phone number and be fax @ 724-283-3571 or e-mail askunda@state.pa.us.    Department: Transportation    Location: Department of Transportation, 351 New Castle Road, Butler, PA 16001    Duration: Until the purchase order is approved and the tire changer is received and the department personnel is trained.    Contact: Andy Skunda, (724) 284-8226 SU-05-06 Description:  SU-05-06 AccuTemp Steamers--Shippensburg University is seeking vendors interested in supplying Model #S62083D10-3020 AccuTemp Steam 'N' Hold Convection Countertop Steamers and Model #SNH21-00 AccuTemp Stands. Interested bidders may request a bid package by faxing a request to (717) 477-1350 or sending an e-mail to kmsmit@ship.edu. Bids are due by November 10, 2005 4:00 p.m. and will be opened on November 11, 2005 2:00 p.m. All responsible bidders are encouraged to participate including MBE/WBE firms.    Department: State System of Higher Education    Location: Shippensburg University, 1871 Old Main Drive, Shippensburg, PA 17257    Contact: Karen Smith, (717) 477-1386 [Pa.B. Doc. No. 05-2075. Filed for public inspection November 4, 2005, 9:00 a.m.] [ Pa.B. 4] 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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