Freeport Area School District - Gutter Heat Trace Cable and Controls Installation - 2026
Freeport Area SDSchool · Sarver, PA- Due
- Nov 9, 2026
- 4 days left
- Primary contact
- Eric Maliki
The 30-second brief
The Freeport Area School District is soliciting competitive sealed bids from qualified electrical contractors to furnish, install, and test a fully automated self-regulating heat trace cable system at Freeport Area Middle School, located at 629 South Pike Road, Sarver, PA 16055. The project objective is to mitigate hazardous ice dams and snow accumulation in gutters and downspouts. Scope includes procuring premium commercial-grade self-regulating heating cables, weather-resistant attachment hardware, waterproof junction boxes, and a centralized automation control panel with ambient temperature and moisture sensors in alignment with NEC Article 426. Contractors are responsible for independent field verification of all measurements, gutter lengths, and downspout paths. Submissions are due by 11:00 AM on Monday, November 9, 2026.
Commercial-grade self-regulating heat trace heating cables, Gutter/downspout mechanical attachment clips, Spacers, And structural hardware, Waterproof junction boxes, Power connection kits, End seals, And splice kits, Weatherproof centralized automation control panel with ambient dry-bulb temperature and moisture/snow precipitation sensors, Ground-fault equipment protection (GFEP) breakers
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Summary
The Freeport Area School District is soliciting competitive sealed bids from qualified electrical contractors to furnish, install, and test a fully automated self-regulating heat trace cable system at Freeport Area Middle School, located at 629 South Pike Road, Sarver, PA 16055.
The project objective is to mitigate hazardous ice dams and snow accumulation in gutters and downspouts. Scope includes procuring premium commercial-grade self-regulating heating cables, weather-resistant attachment hardware, waterproof junction boxes, and a centralized automation control panel with ambient temperature and moisture sensors in alignment with NEC Article 426. Contractors are responsible for independent field verification of all measurements, gutter lengths, and downspout paths. Submissions are due by 11:00 AM on Monday, November 9, 2026.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Commercial-grade self-regulating heat trace heating cables, Gutter/downspout mechanical attachment clips, Spacers, And structural hardware, Waterproof junction boxes, Power connection kits, End seals, And splice kits, Weatherproof centralized automation control panel with ambient dry-bulb temperature and moisture/snow precipitation sensors, Ground-fault equipment protection (GFEP) breakers
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Detailed Bill of Materials
- Field Verification Statement
- Project Schedule
- Warranty Document
- Total Fixed-Price Estimate
- State Contract Information
- Submit to
- Freeport Area School District, 621 South Pike Road, Sarver, PA 16055
- Scope location
- Sarver, PA
- Reported agency
- Freeport Area School District
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Freeport Area SD?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 9, 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: Freeport Area School District, 621 South Pike Road, Sarver, PA 16055. For questions, contact Eric Maliki.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Freeport Area SD 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 Eric Maliki. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Commercial-grade self-regulating heat trace heating cables, Gutter/downspout mechanical attachment clips, Spacers, And structural hardware, Waterproof junction boxes, Power connection kits, End seals, And splice kits, Weatherproof centralized automation control panel with ambient dry-bulb temperatur. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 9, 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: Detailed Bill of Materials, Field Verification Statement, Project Schedule, Warranty Document, Total Fixed-Price Estimate, State Contract Information. Review the full document from Freeport Area SD for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Sarver, PA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.