What does PennState do?

PennState, operating under the Pennsylvania Department of Education, is primarily focused on the maintenance, modernization, and expansion of state-owned educational and institutional infrastructure. Its core mission centers on ensuring safe, functional, and resilient campus environments to support academic, research, and administrative operations across Pennsylvania. Strategic priorities include capital renewal of aging buildings, upgrades to critical mechanical systems, and long-term facility sustainability initiatives. The agency consistently invests in structural integrity, climate control, and building envelope improvements to extend the lifecycle of its physical assets and enhance occupant comfort and energy efficiency. Procurement activity is dominated by construction and renovation services, with a strong emphasis on integrated project delivery models for large-scale capital projects. Contracts are typically awarded through competitive sealed bidding and design-build solicitation vehicles, favoring contractors capable of managing complex, multi-trade renovations with minimal disruption to campus operations. The agency frequently engages in phased construction programs, aligning work with academic calendars and operational constraints. The agency’s primary procurement focus lies in commercial and institutional building construction, plumbing, heating, and air-conditioning contracting, and roofing services—reflecting a sustained commitment to building envelope integrity and mechanical system reliability. Roofing and HVAC replacements are recurring needs, indicating proactive asset management rather than reactive repairs. There is no evidence of set-aside preferences or targeted diversity initiatives in available procurement records. Vendor relationships appear performance-driven, with an emphasis on proven experience in educational facility renovation and compliance with building codes and safety standards. PennState operates as a state-level entity with a statewide footprint, managing facilities across multiple campuses and auxiliary sites. It functions under the Pennsylvania Department of Education and utilizes standard public procurement frameworks for construction and facility services, relying on competitive solicitations without preferred contracting vehicles or special procurement authorities.

How do I find contracts from PennState?

You can find contracts from PennState on CLEATUS by visiting the agency's contracts tab. Search and filter by contract type, NAICS code, set-aside, and more. CLEATUS aggregates data from SAM.gov, FPDS, USASpending.gov, and state procurement systems.

What contracts does PennState award?

PennState awards government contracts across various categories. Browse contract opportunities from this agency.

How do I do business with PennState?

To do business with PennState, start by registering in SAM.gov and obtaining a UEI number. Then search for contract opportunities from this agency on CLEATUS. Review the agency's procurement history, identify relevant NAICS codes, and prepare competitive proposals. The contractors tab shows companies that have won contracts from this agency.

Who are the top contractors for PennState?

View the full list of contractors who have won awards from PennState in the contractors tab . You can filter by contract value, NAICS code, and set-aside type to find relevant competitors and potential teaming partners.

Where is PennState located?

PennState is located in PA. While the agency may have offices in multiple locations, contract opportunities can be performed at various places of performance across the country.

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PennState

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PennState, operating under the Pennsylvania Department of Education, is primarily focused on the maintenance, modernization, and expansion of state-owned educational and institutional infrastructure. Its core mission centers on ensuring safe, functional, and resilient campus environments to support academic, research, and administrative operations across Pennsylvania.

PennState

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UP-Boucke Building Capital Renewal

UP-Pollock Halls Phase 3B

AL-Maintenance-Roof Replacement

UP-McKee Hall Improvements

GV-Conference Center-RTU Replacement

LV-Lehigh Valley Bldg-RTU Replacement

ER-Knowledge Park-CMC New Building

HN-Phys Ed-Roof Replacement

AL-Devorris and Penn-Roof Replacements

UP-Steam Tunnel H Structural and Mechanical Repair

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Leadership and vacancies

Recent PennState Contracts

UP-Boucke Building Capital Renewal

UP-Pollock Halls Phase 3B

AL-Maintenance-Roof Replacement

UP-McKee Hall Improvements

GV-Conference Center-RTU Replacement

LV-Lehigh Valley Bldg-RTU Replacement

ER-Knowledge Park-CMC New Building

HN-Phys Ed-Roof Replacement

AL-Devorris and Penn-Roof Replacements

UP-Steam Tunnel H Structural and Mechanical Repair

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How do I do business with PennState?

Who are the top contractors for PennState?

Where is PennState located?