How to bid on Invasive Plant Pest Management & Mitigation Services for PA General Services

What the agency is buying

The Pennsylvania Department of General Services is seeking contractors to provide invasive plant and plant-pest management and mitigation services. This work primarily supports the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, but other Commonwealth agencies may also use the contract.

Typical services include removing pest host material and treating host plants with approved pesticides. This is an Invitation to Qualify (ITQ), which means the state is creating a pool of pre-qualified vendors for future work.

Key dates and deadlines

This Invitation to Qualify was published on August 01, 2026. The deadline for submitting your qualifications is December 31, 2031, at 12:00 PM ET. Qualifications must be submitted electronically through the PA JAGGAER Portal.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for businesses specializing in environmental services, pest control, horticulture, or land management, particularly those with expertise in invasive species control and pesticide application. Firms must be able to operate statewide across Pennsylvania.

This is a professional services category opportunity, meaning the state is looking for specialized expertise rather than just products.

How to respond

First, you must register as a Procurement Vendor with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and obtain a six-digit vendor number. This registration is done through the PA Supplier Portal.

Next, you need to create a user profile within the PA JAGGAER Portal. All qualification requirements must be completed and submitted electronically through this portal. Technical support for JAGGAER is available by phone at (800) 233-1121.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Ensure your company's qualifications clearly demonstrate experience with invasive plant and pest management, including specific examples of past projects involving host material removal or pesticide treatments. Highlight any certifications or licenses relevant to pesticide application in Pennsylvania.

Since this is an Invitation to Qualify, focus on providing comprehensive details about your capabilities, resources, and personnel. Make sure all required registrations are completed well in advance of the deadline, both with the PA Supplier Portal and the PA JAGGAER Portal, to avoid last-minute issues with electronic submission.