How to bid on the FY25 GCON Requirements Contract for the City of Philadelphia

What the City of Philadelphia is buying

The City of Philadelphia is seeking a general construction requirements contract for Fiscal Year 2025. This contract has a limit of $5,000,000.00. This is a significant opportunity for construction firms to secure ongoing work with the city.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

This solicitation was published on July 31, 2026. The deadline for submissions is August 18, 2026, at 10:30 AM ET. All responses must be submitted before this time. Late submissions will not be considered.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is specifically for general construction firms that are already approved sellers with the City of Philadelphia. If your firm is not pre-approved, you will not be eligible to bid on this contract. This is a construction category bid.

A bid processing fee of $600 is required. This fee must be submitted through the City of Philadelphia's payment portal. Instructions for payment are provided in the solicitation details.

How to respond

To access the full solicitation documents, you can view the original source on the PHLContracts portal. The bid's detail page is public and does not require a sign-in to view the documents.

To submit an electronic quote, you will need to register a free vendor account on the PHLContracts portal. If you prefer not to submit electronically, follow the specific submission directions provided within the bid documents. Ensure all required materials are submitted before the August 18, 2026, deadline.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Since this bid is for approved sellers only, focus on demonstrating your firm's capacity and experience relevant to general construction requirements. Highlight past successful projects, especially those with the City of Philadelphia or similar municipal entities.

Carefully review all sections of the solicitation to ensure full compliance with every requirement. Pay close attention to any specific instructions for submitting your bid, including formatting and content. Double-check that the $600 bid processing fee has been paid and that you have proof of payment, as this is a mandatory step for your bid to be considered.