Bid guide
How to bid on Operable Folding Partition Repair for the City of Philadelphia
What the City of Philadelphia is buying
The City of Philadelphia is seeking services for the repair, restoration, and ongoing preventive maintenance of commercial-grade operable folding partitions. These partitions are located in five service areas across two library facilities. This is a small order purchase, and the contract will be awarded as a whole to the lowest responsive bidder.
Vendors must quote all items to be considered for the award. The city will select the bidder that is in its best interest.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
The solicitation was published on August 06, 2026. The deadline for submissions is August 20, 2026, at 11:59 PM ET. All responses must be submitted before this time.
After the deadline, the City of Philadelphia will evaluate the submitted bids to determine the lowest responsive bidder that is in the city's best interest.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for businesses specializing in facilities maintenance, particularly those with expertise in the repair, restoration, and preventive maintenance of commercial-grade operable folding partition systems. Firms with a strong track record in similar services for public or institutional buildings would be well-suited.
The relevant category for this work is facilities.
How to respond
Full specifications and instructions on how to respond are available through PHLContracts, the City of Philadelphia procurement portal. You can view the bid's detail page and access the documents without signing in.
To submit an electronic quote, you will need to register a free vendor account on the portal. If you prefer not to quote electronically, follow the specific submission directions provided within the bid documents. Ensure your submission is complete and submitted before the deadline.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Carefully review all attached bid specifications to understand the full scope of work required for repair, restoration, and preventive maintenance. Since the award is based on the lowest responsive bidder, ensure your pricing is competitive while still allowing for quality service delivery.
Remember that you must quote all items to be eligible for award. Double-check that your submission addresses every required component. Pay close attention to any specific requirements for service delivery, scheduling, or reporting outlined in the specifications. A clear and complete response demonstrates your understanding of the project and your capability to perform the work.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from City of Philadelphia; the original posting controls.