Bid guide
How to bid on Plumbing work for ARFF #78 Expansion 1 with the City of Philadelphia
What the City of Philadelphia is buying
The City of Philadelphia is looking for plumbing services for its ARFF #78 Expansion 1 project, identified under bid 6687 PHL-1643.37. This is a construction opportunity for plumbing contractors.
The estimated value for this project is between $500,000 and $1,000,000. This represents a significant opportunity for qualified plumbing firms.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This solicitation was published on September 11, 2026. The deadline for submitting bids is September 29, 2026, at 10:30 AM ET. All submissions must be completed by this time.
It is important to submit your bid well in advance of the deadline to avoid any last-minute technical issues. Late submissions are typically not accepted.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is specifically for plumbing contractors. Only sellers who are already approved by the City of Philadelphia are eligible to bid on this project. If you are not an approved seller, you will need to check the City's vendor approval process.
Firms with experience in large-scale plumbing installations or expansions, particularly within public infrastructure or airport-related facilities, would be well-suited for this bid.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the full bid documents, you can view the original source on the PHLContracts procurement 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 must register a free vendor account on the PHLContracts portal. If you prefer not to quote electronically, follow the specific submission directions provided within the bid documents. Remember to pay the $100 bid processing fee through the City’s payment website, selecting 'City Contracts' and then 'Pay The Bid Processing Fee'.
Practical tips for preparing a competitive response
Carefully review all bid documents to ensure full compliance with every requirement. Pay close attention to the scope of work, technical specifications, and any specific forms or certifications needed.
Since this bid is for approved sellers only, ensure your firm's approval status is current and valid. Also, confirm that your payment of the $100 bid processing fee is completed and properly documented before the submission deadline. Organize your bid response clearly, making it easy for the evaluators to find all requested information.
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.