City Channel Pittsburgh End-of-Life Replacements

The City of Pittsburgh Office of Management and Budget, on behalf of the Department of Innovation and Performance, is soliciting bids for a one-time bulk purchase of new equipment to replace the end-of-life production system for City Channel Pittsburgh. This equipment is critical for broadcasting and streaming City Council meetings, Boards and Commission meetings, press conferences, and other city-related programming. The solicitation, identified as 2026-IFB-200, was posted on September 28, 2026, with a response deadline of October 26, 2026. All provided goods must be new, unused, current stock, as the City explicitly prohibits used, refurbished, or grey market equipment. Deliveries must be made F.O.B. point of delivery within thirty calendar days of the City's request. Bidders must be responsive and responsible, meeting all formal requirements and providing mandatory documentation, including a W-9, EORC Participation Form, and authorized signatory information. The City emphasizes socioeconomic participation goals, requiring 7% for Women Business Enterprises, 5% for Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, and 3% for LGBTQIA+ businesses. The winning bidder must furnish both Performance and Payment Bonds equal to 100% of the contract price within ten calendar days of the award. Compliance with the City Service Worker Prevailing Wage Ordinance and the Americans with Disabilities Act is mandatory. Payment for invoices will be processed within forty-five calendar days, provided invoices are submitted within thirty days of delivery.