Borough of Dormont - Dormont Next Generation Playground Site Development - Phase 1
Borough of DormontCity · Pittsburgh, PA- Due
- Oct 22, 2026
- 6 days left
- Posted
- Sep 17, 2026
- Primary contact
- John Stinner
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The Borough of Dormont is seeking bids for the Dormont Next Generation Playground Site Development – Phase 1 project in Allegheny County, PA. Work includes site construction, clearing and grubbing, excavation, storm sewer installation, concrete paving, benches, playground equipment, retaining walls, steps, handrails, entry plaza, electrical construction for restroom building and park site lighting, and landscaping. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for October 1, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at 1801 Dormont Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15216. Proposals are due electronically via PennBid by October 22, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Prevailing Wage Rates, DBE/SBE goals, and Buy America requirements apply.
Contract No. 1 – Base Bid – Site Construction; Contract No. 1 – Additional Bid No. 1 – Wall, Steps, Handrail and Entry Plaza; Contract No. 1 – Additional Bid No. 2 – Purchase and Placement of Hillside Playground Equipment; Contract No. 1 – Alternate Bid No. 1– Community Involvement Development; Contract No. 2 – Base Bid – Electrical Construction; Contract No. 2 – Additional Bid No. 1 – Electrical Construction
Quality of previous work, record of completing projects on time, history of payments to subcontractors and suppliers, maintenance of a permanent place of business, adequacy of equipment and plant, technical experience, solid financial base
SUMMARY
The Borough of Dormont is seeking bids for the Dormont Next Generation Playground Site Development – Phase 1 project in Allegheny County, PA. Work includes site construction, clearing and grubbing, excavation, storm sewer installation, concrete paving, benches, playground equipment, retaining walls, steps, handrails, entry plaza, electrical construction for restroom building and park site lighting, and landscaping.
A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for October 1, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at 1801 Dormont Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15216. Proposals are due electronically via PennBid by October 22, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Prevailing Wage Rates, DBE/SBE goals, and Buy America requirements apply.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Quality of previous work
- Record of completing projects on time
- History of payments to subcontractors and suppliers
- Maintenance of a permanent place of business
- Adequacy of equipment and plant
- Technical experience
- Solid financial base
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Contract No. 1 – Base Bid – Site Construction
- Contract No. 1 – Additional Bid No. 1 – Wall, Steps, Handrail and Entry Plaza
- Contract No. 1 – Additional Bid No. 2 – Purchase and Placement of Hillside Playground Equipment
- Contract No. 1 – Alternate Bid No. 1– Community Involvement Development
- Contract No. 2 – Base Bid – Electrical Construction
- Contract No. 2 – Additional Bid No. 1 – Electrical Construction
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Certified Check or Bidder's Bond
- DBE/SBE forms
- Required completed Forms as part of the Bid
- Submit to
- www.PennBid.net
- Scope location
- Pittsburgh, PA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this Bid from Borough of Dormont?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 22, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: www.PennBid.net. For questions, contact John Stinner.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Borough of Dormont in PA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is John Stinner. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Contract No. 1 – Base Bid – Site Construction; Contract No. 1 – Additional Bid No. 1 – Wall, Steps, Handrail and Entry Plaza; Contract No. 1 – Additional Bid No. 2 – Purchase and Placement of Hillside Playground Equipment; Contract No. 1 – Alternate Bid No. 1– Community Involvement Development; Cont. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Quality of previous work, record of completing projects on time, history of payments to subcontractors and suppliers, maintenance of a permanent place of business, adequacy of equipment and plant, tec..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Borough of Dormont?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 22, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Certified Check or Bidder's Bond, DBE/SBE forms, required completed Forms as part of the Bid. Review the full document from Borough of Dormont for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Pittsburgh, PA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.