Upcoming Procurement Data
General Information
Solicitation Title:
Uniforms and Footwear
Agency:
Department of General Services
Existing Contract Number:
4400014943 and 4400015124
Proposed Solicitation Date:
10-01-21
Contract Expiration Date:
12-31-21
Proposed Method of Procurement:
Description:
This is a rebid for Uniforms and Footwear that is brand specific in meeting the requirements of Commonwealth Agencies statewide. The forthcoming solicitation will not include body armor,battle duty gear or items similar in nature. This solicitation is anticipated to be a Material with Services Request for Proposal (RFP) to include UniqueSource when statewide agencies require Silk Screening.
This purchase does not violate the Governor's Purchasing ban and is considered mission critical. On March 19, 2020, the Governor’s Office issued a General Purchasing Ban to limit spending of goods or services that are not critical to operations. The issuing agency has determined through its internal approval processes that this solicitation is absolutely critical to operations and does not violate the Governor’s General Purchasing Ban. Additionally, the issuing agency conducted due diligence via positive vendor affirmation that there is sufficient competition due to the prevalence of telework allowing a preponderance of suppliers to have access to respond to the solicitation. The Commonwealth’s electronic bidding systems can be accessed via teleworking by the Commonwealth and suppliers due to the phased reopening of counties across the Commonwealth.
Review Information
Issuing Office:
Department of General Services
Contact Person:
Shelbie Pickering
Contact Email:
spickering@pa.gov