McKean County Housing Authority - Boiler Replacement Improvements - IFB 2026-021 (2026)
HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE county OF MCKEANLocal Housing Authority · Smethport, PA- Due
- Nov 6, 2026
- 9 days left
The 30-second brief
McKean County Housing Authority invites bids for boiler replacement improvements at multiple MCHA properties including Center Hall in Smethport, Helmer Hall, Vanderhule 1-4, Vanderhule 5-8, and Vanderhule 9-10 in Port Allegany, and Cris Drive 1 and 2 in Eldred, Pennsylvania. The work includes providing all labor, supervision, equipment, materials, piping, fittings, electrical work, controls, permits, testing, disposal, and incidentals necessary for complete and operational boiler installations using Weil-McLain CGA6PIDN and CGA5PIDN boilers or equivalents, new feed water backflow prevention devices, Bell & Gossett FB-38 brass fill valves, and Amtrol #30 expansion tanks. The project is subject to Davis-Bacon prevailing wage standards and Section 3 requirements. Hard copy bid packages are due by Friday, November 6, 2026, at 3:00pm at the McKean County Housing Authority, 415 West Main Street, Smethport, PA 16749. A pre-bid conference and site visit is scheduled for Thursday, October 22, 2026, at 10:00am at the same address, and written questions are due by October 30, 2026, at 11:00am via [email protected].
Install one (1) Weil-McLain CGA6PIDN boiler or equivalent, New feed water backflow prevention device, New Bell & Gossett FB-38 brass fill valve, New Amtrol #30 expansion tank, All required pipe and fittings, Reconnect to existing gas piping, And all electrical work required for Center Hall - Smethport, Helmer Hall - Port Allegany, Vanderhule 1-4 - Port Allegany, Vanderhule 5-8 - Port Allegany, Vanderhule 9-10 - Port Allegany, Cris Drive 1 - Eldred, And Cris Drive 2 - Eldred.
Responsiveness, Responsibility determination, Lowest responsive and responsible bidder
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Summary
McKean County Housing Authority invites bids for boiler replacement improvements at multiple MCHA properties including Center Hall in Smethport, Helmer Hall, Vanderhule 1-4, Vanderhule 5-8, and Vanderhule 9-10 in Port Allegany, and Cris Drive 1 and 2 in Eldred, Pennsylvania.
The work includes providing all labor, supervision, equipment, materials, piping, fittings, electrical work, controls, permits, testing, disposal, and incidentals necessary for complete and operational boiler installations using Weil-McLain CGA6PIDN and CGA5PIDN boilers or equivalents, new feed water backflow prevention devices, Bell & Gossett FB-38 brass fill valves, and Amtrol #30 expansion tanks. The project is subject to Davis-Bacon prevailing wage standards and Section 3 requirements. Hard copy bid packages are due by Friday, November 6, 2026, at 3:00pm at the McKean County Housing Authority, 415 West Main Street, Smethport, PA 16749. A pre-bid conference and site visit is scheduled for Thursday, October 22, 2026, at 10:00am at the same address, and written questions are due by October 30, 2026, at 11:00am via [email protected].
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Responsiveness
- Responsibility determination
- Lowest responsive and responsible bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
13- Install one (1) Weil-McLain CGA6PIDN boiler or equivalent
- New feed water backflow prevention device
- New Bell & Gossett FB-38 brass fill valve
- New Amtrol #30 expansion tank
- All required pipe and fittings
- Reconnect to existing gas piping
- All electrical work required for Center Hall - Smethport
- Helmer Hall - Port Allegany
- Vanderhule 1-4 - Port Allegany
- Vanderhule 5-8 - Port Allegany
- Vanderhule 9-10 - Port Allegany
- Cris Drive 1 - Eldred
- Cris Drive 2 - Eldred
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Bid Form / Proposed Fees, Contractor Information / Qualifications, Required Certifications, Proof of Insurance, Davis-Bacon / Labor Standards Acknowledgment, Addenda Acknowledgment, Contractor Information Form, Minority / Female Business Enterprise and Section 3 Business Subcontracting Plan, Section 3 Clause Acknowledgement and Certification Election Form, Representations, Certifications and Other Statements of Bidders (HUD Form 5369-A), Certification Regarding Debarment and Suspension (HUD Form 2992-A), Non-Collusive Affidavit, Form HUD 50070 - Drug Free Workplace
- Submit to
- McKean County Housing Authority, 415 West Main Street, Smethport, PA 16749
- Scope location
- Smethport, PA
- Reported agency
- McKean County Housing Authority
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE county OF MCKEAN?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 6, 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: McKean County Housing Authority, 415 West Main Street, Smethport, PA 16749.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE county OF MCKEAN 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 IFB 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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Install one (1) Weil-McLain CGA6PIDN boiler or equivalent, New feed water backflow prevention device, New Bell & Gossett FB-38 brass fill valve, New Amtrol #30 expansion tank, All required pipe and fittings, Reconnect to existing gas piping, And all electrical work required for Center Hall - Smethpo. 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: "Responsiveness, Responsibility determination, Lowest responsive and responsible bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
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What documents are required to bid on this IFB?
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: Bid Form / Proposed Fees, Contractor Information / Qualifications, Required Certifications, Proof of Insurance, Davis-Bacon / Labor Standards Acknowledgment, Addenda Acknowledgment, Contractor Informa. Review the full document from HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE county OF MCKEAN for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Smethport, PA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.