PHDC engages contractors to make improvements at recreation centers, libraries, parks and other public facilities.
Current Projects
The RFP Kingsessing Recreation Center Proposal Due Date has been extended to June 15, 2023, by 3:00 PM (added 5/25/2023)
Note: Addendum No. 2 – RFP Kingsessing Recreation Center (added 5/24/2023)
Note: Addendum No. 1 Parts A and B – RFP Francis J Myers Recreation Center (added 5/23/2023)
Note: Addendum No. 1 – RFP Kingsessing Recreation Center (added 5/22/2023)
Note: See below an additional option for a site visit at the FJ Myers Recreation Center (posted 5/17/2023)
Heritage Park Playground Improvements Bid
Note: Addendum No. 1 – this is part of the Application and must be completed and signed. Also contains the Q&A – see below. Added 5/25/2023
Note: Pre-Bid Sign-in sheet posted (5/17/2023)
The work includes removal of existing play equipment, installation of new play and fitness equipment, benches, and new safety surface; Reconstruction of ADA ramp and improvement of spray ground, and new site lighting. Please refer to Attachment “A” (Project Drawings) for the full scope of the project.
Please download all of the following documents:
- Addendum No. 1 Heritage Park Playground
- Division 00 (Bidding & Contract Requirements)
- Division 01 (General Project Requirements)
- Division 02-33 (Technical Specifications)
- Attachment A (Project Plans – HERITAGE PARK PLAYGROUND)
- Attachment B (City of Philadelphia Questionnaire and Financial Statement)
- Attachment C (Tax Status – Conflict of Interest Form)
- Attachment D (Campaign Contribution Disclosure Forms)
- Attachment E (PRA Insurance Requirements)
Mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting
A Mandatory Pre-Bid Conference will be held on May 17, 2023, at 10:00 AM at Heritage Park Playground, 1511 W. Clearfield Street.
Questions
Questions and request for additional information can be submitted in writing to RFP@phdc.phila.gov up to 3 PM on May 23, 2023. Questions, responses and additional information will be posted here.
Bid Submission
Sealed Bids Shall be brought in person to Heritage Park Playground, 1511 W. Clearfield Street on June 1, 2023, at 10:00 AM. Bids will be opened immediately thereafter.
RFP Kingsessing Recreation Center, Building & Site Improvements –
Package 1: Exterior Envelope Repairs & Improvements
The RFP Kingsessing Recreation Center Proposal Due Date has been extended to June 15, 2023, by 3:00 PM: added 5/25/2023
Note: Addendum No. 2 – this is part of the Application and must be completed and signed. Added 5/24/2023
Note: Addendum No. 1 – this is part of the Application and must be completed and signed. Also contains the Q&A – see below. Added 5/22/2023
On behalf of the City of Philadelphia (“City”), the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority (“PRA”) is pleased to issue this Request for Proposals (“RFP”) for qualified prime contractors (each, an “Applicant” and together, the “Applicants”) for the Kingsessing Recreation Center, Building & Site Improvements – Package 1: Exterior Envelope Repairs & Improvements project located at 4901 Kingsessing Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19143. This project is part of the City’s Rebuilding Community Infrastructure Program (“Rebuild”).
Please download all of the following documents:
- Kingsessing RFP Package 1 Addendum No 2
- Kingsessing RFP Package 1 Addendum No 1
- RFP Kingsessing Recreation Center – Package 1
- Attachment 0 – Div 00 (Bidding & Contract Requirements)
- Attachment 1 – Div 01 (General Requirements)
- Attachment 2 – Div 02-09 (Technical Specifications)
- Attachment A – Contract Drawings Kingsessing Rec Center
- Attachment B – Additional Information
- Attachment C – Proposal Application
Mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting
All Applicants must attend the mandatory pre-bid meeting onsite at Kingsessing Recreation Center, 4901 Kingsessing Avenue, Philadelphia, PA at 10:00 AM on 5/11/23. The names and contact information for all attendees at the pre-bid meeting will be posted on PHDC’s website as public information within a few days of the pre-bid meeting.
Questions/Requests for Additional Information
PRA will accept questions and requests for additional information directed in writing to RFP@phdc.phila.gov up to 3:00 PM on Wednesday, 5/17/23. Questions, responses, will be posted on this page within 5 days of this date.
Submission Deadline Extended
The Proposal Due Date has been extended to June 15, 2023, by 3:00 PM: absolutely no Response will be accepted after that time.
Submission Process
Responses will only be accepted through Online Submission – via the following electronic portal:
RFP Francis J. Myers Recreation Center, Site and Building Improvements
Note: Addendum No. 1 Parts A and B added with Q&A – this is part of the Application and must be completed and signed – posted (5/23/2023)
Note: Pre-Bid Sign-in sheet posted (5/16/2023)
Note: Prime Contractors and Sub-Contractors can schedule a walk-through, site visit to the FJ Myers Recreation Center by request. Please send request to Robert LaBrum at robert.labrum@phdc.phila.gov with a date and time to visit. Please note – all visits must conclude before 1:00 PM, due to programming in the building K. (posted 5/17/2023)
On behalf of the City of Philadelphia (“City”), the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority (“PRA”) is pleased to issue this Request for Proposals (“RFP”) for qualified prime contractors (each, an “Applicant” and together, the “Applicants”) for the Francis J. Myers Recreation Center, Site & Building Improvements project located at 5800 Chester Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19143. This project is part of the City’s Rebuilding Community Infrastructure Program (“Rebuild”).
Please download all of the following documents:
- Addendum No. 1_Part A
- Addendum No. 1_Part B
- RFP Francis J Myers Recreation Center
- Attachment 0 – Div 00 (Bidding and Contract Requirements)
- Attachment 1 – Div 01 (General Requirements)
- Attachment 2a – Div 02-14 (Technical Specs)
- Attachment 2b – Div 21-33 (Technical Specs)
- Attachment 2c – Technical Specs Appendices
- Attachment A Contract Drawings Part 1 of 3
- Attachment A Contract Drawings Part 2 of 3
- Attachment A Contract Drawings Part 3 of 3
- Attachment B Myers Additional Information
- Attachment C Myers Proposal Application
Mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting (See above for additional option for a site visit)
All Applicants must attend the mandatory pre-bid meeting onsite at 5800 Chester Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19143 at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, 5/9/23. The names and contact information for all attendees at the pre-bid meeting will be posted on PHDC’s website as public information within a few days of the pre-bid meeting.
Questions/Requests for Additional Information
PRA will accept questions and requests for additional information directed in writing to RFP@phdc.phila.gov up to 3:00 PM on Tuesday, 5/16/23. Questions, responses, will be posted on this page within 5 days of this date.
Submission Deadline
Applicants must submit a response/proposal (a “Response”) no later than 3:00 PM on Monday, 6/12/23; absolutely no Response will be accepted after that time.
Submission Process
Responses will only be accepted through Online Submission – via the following electronic portal:
To get an idea of the work PHDC contracts require view our closed RFPs.