RFP Documents for Restricted Housing Recreation Security Detention Units

The County of Erie, Pennsylvania, is soliciting proposals under RFP 65 OF 2026 for the complete fabrication, finishing, delivery, and installation of Restricted Housing Recreation Security Detention Units for the Erie County Prison. The project consists of an overall structure containing six holding cells featuring 12-gauge galvannealed steel tubular frames, stainless-steel wire mesh barrier infills, and detention-grade hardware, including 80 series mechanical deadbolts and 17 series mechanical latches. All units must be finished with an electrostatically applied polyester powder coat. A mandatory pre-proposal conference is scheduled for November 13, 2026, at 10:00 AM at the Erie County Prison, and sealed electronic proposals must be submitted via PennBid by December 2, 2026, at 3:30 PM. Award decisions will be based on a weighted point system evaluating the contractor's understanding and approach (40 points), economic offer (30 points), proposal quality (20 points), and experience in correctional settings (10 points). Applicants must provide a notarized non-collusion affidavit, a company history, and documentation of at least five previous correctional fabrication projects. The successful vendor must provide a performance bond with corporate surety, obtain security clearances for all personnel at their own expense, and adhere to Equal Employment Opportunity clauses. Payment terms are set at thirty days from invoice receipt, and the contract includes a thirty-day fiscal cancellation clause contingent upon the continued appropriation of funds for Erie County after the close of fiscal year 2026.