SLED Opportunity · PENNSYLVANIA · PITTSBURGH PUBLIC WORKS
AI Summary
The City of Pittsburgh seeks proposals for leasing a mobile compressed natural gas (CNG) fueling station to support public works operations.
The City of Pittsburgh Office of Management & Budget, is soliciting proposals from qualified vendors for Leasing Services for Mobile CNG Fueling Station.
| Event | Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Site Visit | 2026-03-25T14:00:00.000Z | Bureau of Environmental Services 3001 Railroad St, Pittsburgh, PA 15201 Site visit will follow after the prebid. |
The deadline has been extended by 2 weeks. It now closes on 4/20/2026 3:00PM
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Vendor response demonstrated that the firm has the experience and capabilities to successfully perform the scope of services, including providing references for clients of similar size and scope.
Vendor response provided a brief summary of the qualifications and experience of each team member assigned to this project, including length of service with the firm and resume/bio, and the qualifications /experience of any sub-consultant staff on your project team.
Vendor response demonstrated a firm understanding of the scope of services, the response included thorough and complete responses to the items outlined in the Section 4, and the vendor has the appropriate expertise, procedures, and methods in place to perform the scope of services.
Vendor response provided a total cost proposal for all services to be delivered, a breakdown of costs delineated by major phase and/or a schedule of hourly rates.
Vendor response was detailed and demonstrated clear Good Faith Effort to obtain MWDBE & VOSB Participation.
Please upload your Response to Scope detailed in Proposal Format Requirements
Please upload your Cost Proposal detailed in Proposal Format Requirements
Please download the below documents, complete the Pre-Award Good Faith Checklist, and upload. Failure to complete the Pre-Award Good Faith Checklist may result in the City deeming your proposal/response non-responsive. Any awardees will be required to complete the full EORC Participation Forms and process prior to contract execution.
Please upload your Bond(s) here.
Hard copies should be mailed to: City County Building, 414 Grant Street, Room 502, Pittsburgh, PA 15219.
Please download the below documents, complete, and upload.
Note CD - Davis-Bacon Wage Determination, CD - Affirmative Action Requirements, and CD - 29 CFR Part 5 are attached only as a reference and do not need completed and uploaded.
Please download the below documents, complete, and upload.
Please download the below documents, complete, and upload.
Please download the below documents, complete, and upload.
Provide the name, title, & email address of the authorized signatory for your company (for details on who is considered an authorized signatory, please look at our terms & conditions section)
If you will need Federal Funding (CDBG, ARPA, etc.) Supplemental Condition please mark yes.
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Is a Pre-Bid / Pre-Proposal meeting required?
Pre-Bid / Pre-Proposal meetings are required on:
Professional Services over $50,000.00
Construction over $250,000.00
Please enter the location for the meeting.
If a site visit is required, you must provide a physical address. If there is no natural location, please note that and Procurement will work with neighborhood services to determine a location.
If a site visit is not required, you may elect to hold a virtual and/or hybrid meeting.
Please enter the anticipated meeting date.
Please note: Pre-Bid / Pre-Proposal meeting date may not occur earlier than 2 weeks from the release of the solicitation live to the public.
Format of date shall be - MM/DD/YYYY
All Pre-Bid / Pre-Proposal meetings shall have a Power Point presentation. Please note any A/V needs for the location.
If unknown, please enter "Unknown at this time"
Q (Fuel Volume): What is the volume of fuel required (daily) to fuel the fleet?
A: Estimated daily fuel demand is approximately 500–800 gasoline gallon equivalents (GGE), depending on operational needs.
Q (Truck Count): How many CNG Trucks does the City need to fill each day?
A: The City currently operates approximately 30–35 CNG refuse trucks, with 20–30 vehicles typically fueling on a given day.
Q (Fuel Volume): What is the amount of fuel required to fuel a truck in gasoline gallon equivalents or diesel gallon equivalents (GGE or DGE) each day?
A: A typical refuse truck requires approximately 20–30 GGE per fueling event.
Q (Fueling Window): What is the fueling window for the fleet?
A: Fueling generally occurs during early morning and mid-afternoon return periods, though the system must be available 24 hours per day as outlined in the Scope of Work.
Q (Days of operation): Fueling needs to be available 24/7. However, how many days per week do the refuse trucks operate?
A: 5-6 days per week.
Q (Site Question ): What is the available footprint for equipment placement: dimensions and surface type (paved, gravel, other)?
A: The footprint is flexible to accommodate the system. The site is currently gravel, with paving anticipated in the future. Proposals should be based on current conditions.
Q (Electrical Service at Site ): What is the available electrical service at 3001 Railroad St: phase, voltage? Is a dedicated service drop available for the fueling system?
A: No dedicated electrical service drop is available for the fueling system. Proposers should assume they are responsible for providing all power required to operate their equipment.
Q (Start Date ): After the April award, when is the project expected to start?
A: There is the EORC and contracting phase after the award. We think the project should start sometime in the summer.
Q (City Payments): What are the city’s standard net payment terms — net 30, net 60?
A: Our standard is net 45
Q (DGE Site Volume ): What’s the annual DGE volume? Estimated for now.
A: Yearly Estimated GGE: 122,240.62
Q (Invoicing Question): How does the city handle fuel price fluctuations month to month given daily NYMEX variability — is there a true-up mechanism or is each month invoiced at actuals?
A: Each month is invoiced at actual fuel cost, so pricing reflects real-time market conditions. There is no separate true-up mechanism.
Q (Prevailing Wage): Please provide the prevailing wage job classification(s) applicable to the scope of work in the RFP.
A: There is no prevailing wage for this project.
Q (Fueling Start): When would the City like to commence fueling for this contract?
A: After the contract is executed and the Department is ready to begin. Hopefully some time in the summer.
Q (As-built Drawings): Please provide As-built drawings if available?
A: As-built drawings are not available. Equipment was installed per specification; no formal as-built set was produced.
Q (Extension): Is it possible for the City to extend the RFP deadline to two weeks after all answers are provided?
A: It is possible.
Q (Alternate Solution): Will the City consider a proposal for a permanent CNG station instead of a mobile fueler station?
A: The City is seeking a temporary CNG fueling solution. Due to potential future relocation of the facility, a permanent installation is not being pursued at this time.
Q (Electrical Service): Please provide clarification of available electrical service, or if the contractor is to provide generator power.
A: Available electrical service is limited. The contractor shall provide all required power, including generators if needed.
Q (Access to Fueling Equipment and Site): Will the city ensure the contractor has clear access to the fueling equipment and site during inclement winter weather, including snow and ice removal on access roads and the equipment areas?
A: The City will maintain access roads to support fuel delivery during winter conditions. The contractor is responsible for maintaining access to their equipment areas.
Q (Site Access Restrictions): Are there any site access restrictions that would affect maintenance visits (gate hours, security requirements)?
A: There are no site access restrictions. The site is accessible 24/7, and there are no gate hours or security requirements that would impact maintenance visits.
Q (Utillty Gas MSA): Will the city consider installation of a utility gas MSA (Meter Set Assembly) instead of a tube-trailer on the site to provide gas supply? (This would likely be a less expensive option versus trucking gas in on tube trailers.) If yes, does the City know the inlet pressure that is available at this site from the gas utility?
A: The City is seeking a temporary CNG fueling solution as outlined in the RFP. Installation of a permanent utility gas service, including an MSA, is not being pursued at this time. Proposals should be based on a self-contained system such as a tube-trailer or equivalent temporary supply solution.
Q (Preferred Station Location): Is there a preferred location as to where City would like the station located on their property? Please indicate it on a map if possible.
A: City’s facility located at 3001 Railroad St., Pittsburgh, PA 15201
Q (Property information): Can you please provide the lit number, zoning and land use for the site.
A: The site is located at 3001 Railroad St., Pittsburgh, PA. Proposers are responsible for verifying zoning, land use, and any applicable permitting requirements for their proposed system.
Q (Insurance and Bonds): What are the specific insurance and bond requirements for this contract?
A: There is no bonds for this project. The insurances would be General Liability, Auto Liability, Workers Comp, and Professional Liability
Q (Outreach Effort): What documents are required with bid submittal for the Good Faith Outreach?
A: Signed letters of commitment between Prime and subcontractors for percentage/ amount. Or a reply (email, letter) of why they could not join your team on the project.
Q (Insurance Limits): What are the limits required for the Insurance for General Liability, Auto Liability, Workers Comp, and Professional Liability?
A: Our COI requirements are contract dependent so there is no standard COI requirements for RFPs. We evaluate based on cost and risk. This happens after the RFP has been awarded.
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