Invitation to Bid: HMGP Acquisition and Demolition Project

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Borough of Renovo is accepting bids for the HMGP Acquisition/Demolition Project – Renovo Borough, Clinton County, PA online via the PennBid Program at http://PennBid.Bonfirehub.com or in person at the office of the Engineer, Peters Consultants, Inc., 2701 Columbia Boulevard, Bloomsburg, PA 17815 until 11:00 A.M. local time on April 8, 2026, at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud. Hardcopies of the bids shall be submitted in sealed envelopes marked on the outside “Sealed Bid for HMGP Acquisition/Demolition Project – Renovo Borough, Clinton County, PA”.

The 16 properties are located in the Borough of Renovo at:

  • 133 14th Street
  • 135 14th Street
  • 137 14th Street
  • 139 14th Street
  • 141 14th Street
  • 143 14th Street
  • 145 14th Street
  • 147 14th Street
  • 149 14th Street
  • 151 14th Street
  • 153 14th Street
  • 155 14th Street
  • 157 14th Street
  • 159 14th Street
  • 161 14th Street
  • 163 14th Street

The 16 apartment units were constructed as a single structure. The Work comprises the demolition of all structures, garages, sheds, other ancillary property structures, private sidewalks (public sidewalks to remain), cap water and sewer laterals at curb line (work with public works), one water and sewer lateral in the middle shall be brought up to 3’ grade and capped, rubbish, asbestos abatement as needed, property restoration and all appurtenances for a complete job in accordance with the Contract Documents.

All Structures have been declared unsafe to enter to complete the asbestos testing. The Engineer’s Certified Asbestos Inspector will be onsite during the demolition process. The building materials must be kept adequately wet at all times, starting with the demolition process, through site cleanup, transport and final disposal. “Adequately wet” means sufficiently wet to prevent the release of particulates and there are no visible emissions observed from any asbestos-containing material. If visible emissions are observed, the demolition must cease, and additional wetting must be performed until no emissions are occurring. However, the absence of visible emissions is not sufficient evidence of being adequately wet.

For a complete discussion of the structurally unsound and in danger of imminent collapse provisions under the Asbestos NESHAP, please refer to 40 C.F.R. §§ 61.141 and 61.145(a)(3), 61.145(c)(4) -(9). Each Bid shall be accompanied by a certified check, cashier’s check, negotiable U. S. Government Bonds (at par value) or approved Bid Bond in the amount of 10 percent of the total Bid Price, payable to the Borough of Renovo, as a guarantee that the Bidder, if its Bid is accepted, shall promptly obtain the required Bonds and Insurance and shall prepare the required submittal documents and execute the Agreement.

All Bids shall remain irrevocable for a period of 60 calendar days from the date of Bid opening, or as allowed by law. Bids may be held by the Borough of Renovo for up to 60 days from the date of opening for the purpose of reviewing the Bids and investigating the qualifications of bidders prior to awarding the contract. Bids shall be submitted upon forms furnished by the Borough of Renovo.

A full set of Contract Documents is available for inspection without charge at the office of the Engineer, Peters Consultants, Inc., 2701 Columbia Boulevard, Bloomsburg, PA 17815 or at the Borough of Renovo office, 128 5th Street, Renovo, PA 17764. A full set of Contract Documents can be picked up at the office of the Engineer for $45.00 or a PDF can be emailed at no cost. This project has been financed by FEMA.

The Borough of Renovo is utilizing federal funds for this project, and has adopted a Minority and Women Business Enterprise (MBE/WBE) plan in accordance with Executive Orders 11625, 12138, and 12432. As such, the bidders/offerors must submit documentary evidence of minority and women business enterprises who have been contacted and to whom commitments have been made. Documentation of such solicitations and commitments shall be submitted with the bid. MBE/WBE shall be afforded full opportunity to bid without discrimination

The Borough of Renovo reserves the right to award to the most responsible Bidder and reject any part of, and/or all Bids as it may best serve the interest of the Owner. The Borough of Renovo reserves the right to reject any or all Bids, to waive any irregularities, and to negotiate contract amounts. Prevailing Wage Rates are required to be paid per Federal Regulations.

Borough of Renovo
Ms. Mary Kramer, Secretary / Treasurer

Public Invited to Help Shape Shamokin’s Revitalization Efforts

Lewisburg, PA — Shamokin residents, business owners, and community stakeholders are invited to attend a public open house on Wednesday, March 18, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Casey Club Knights of Columbus, 400 East Independence Street, Shamokin.

The public meeting will provide an opportunity for community members to learn about ongoing revitalization efforts and share their ideas for the future of Shamokin.

The event is being organized by SEDA-Council of Governments (SEDA-COG) in partnership with the City of Shamokin and the GoShamokin! initiative, with planning efforts supported through SEDA-COG’s EPA Brownfield Assessment Coalition Grant.

During the open house, attendees will hear a brief overview of current planning initiatives and improvement projects underway in the city before participating in interactive activities designed to gather community feedback. Informational exhibits will also be available, allowing participants to provide input directly to the planning team.

Public input gathered during the meeting will help guide future redevelopment strategies and priorities that support Shamokin’s continued economic growth and revitalization.

“Community participation is essential to the success of these efforts,” said Betsy Kramer, director of Community Revitalization at SEDA-COG. “This open house is an opportunity for residents and stakeholders to learn about the work already underway and help shape the next chapter of Shamokin’s revitalization.”

Earlier the same day, several topic-focused forums will also be held with government agencies, regional partners, and community organizations. The discussions will focus on economic development, recreation and tourism opportunities, and downtown capacity-building strategies.

These discussions and the public open house are part of a broader effort to advance recommendations from the 2020 GoShamokin! Plan and identify opportunities to redevelop underutilized properties, strengthen the downtown, and expand economic development opportunities throughout the city.

Community members interested in attending are asked to RSVP by emailing Brittiny Wright at bwright@seda-cog.org.

Additional updates about Shamokin revitalization efforts can be found at goshamokin.com.

About SEDA-COG
SEDA-COG is a community and economic development agency in Lewisburg and is one of seven Local Development Districts in Pennsylvania. SEDA-COG enhances the quality of life and economic advantage for residents and businesses in the 11 central Pennsylvania counties through its vital partnerships and initiatives.

City of Williamsport Approves Engineering and Construction Procurement for Levee Rehabilitation Project

Lewisburg, PA — At its March 5, 2026 public meeting, Williamsport City Council unanimously approved resolutions authorizing the next phase of the City’s federally funded levee rehabilitation project.

Betsy Kramer, director of Community Revitalization at SEDA-Council of Governments (SEDACOG), presented formal procurement recommendations to Council following a competitive qualifications-based and sealed bid process conducted in accordance with federal procurement standards under 2 CFR 200.

Council approved:
• A resolution authorizing selection of AECOM to provide professional engineering services following the completed Request for Qualifications (RFQ) process.
• A resolution authorizing award of construction services to Greenman-Pedersen, Inc. (GPI) following the completed Request for Proposals (RFP) process.

The procurement processes were publicly advertised, evaluated using established scoring criteria, and reviewed for compliance with FEMA and federal grant requirements. The engineering selection followed Qualifications-Based Selection (QBS) standards, while the construction contract was awarded in accordance with competitive procurement requirements.

“This project represents a major investment in long-term flood protection and infrastructure resiliency for the Williamsport community,” said Kramer. “City Council’s action tonight allows us to move forward confidently into the next phase of implementation while maintaining full compliance with federal funding requirements.”

The levee rehabilitation project is funded through FEMA’s Legislative Pre-Disaster Mitigation (LPDM) grant program and represents an approximate $10 million dollar investment in critical flood control infrastructure.

The project will strengthen the existing levee system, reduce flood risk to residents and businesses, and enhance the City’s long-term resiliency planning efforts.

City officials emphasized that careful adherence to federal procurement standards ensures continued eligibility for reimbursement and protects taxpayer investment.

Next steps include final contract execution, submission of required documentation to FEMA and PEMA, and coordination meetings to begin detailed project planning and scheduling.

About SEDA-COG
SEDA-COG is a community and economic development agency in Lewisburg and is one of seven Local Development Districts in Pennsylvania. SEDA-COG enhances the quality of life and economic advantage for residents and businesses in the 11 central Pennsylvania counties through its vital partnerships and initiatives.

City of Shamokin Awarded $250K for Independence Street Streetscape Project

Image courtesy of Stromberg, Garrigan & Associates. Preliminary rendering of Independence Street between 8th Street and Liberty Street, illustrating the proposed Phase 2 streetscape improvements.

Lewisburg, PA — With assistance from SEDA-Council of Governments (SEDA-COG), the City of Shamokin has been awarded $250,000 through the Commonwealth Financing Authority’s (CFA) Multimodal Transportation Fund (MTF) to further advance the Independence Street Streetscape Project, a major downtown revitalization and pedestrian safety initiative.

The grant award was announced Jan. 21 as part of a $279 million investment by Pennsylvania to improve infrastructure and strengthen communities across the Commonwealth. The funding will build on previously secured federal investments and help continue work on a streetscape plan for the entire corridor.

During Phase 1, engineering and design were completed for the full Independence Street corridor, from Market Street to Shamokin Street. The work was completed by Stromberg Garrigan & Associates using $2.675 million in federal funding, which also supports construction of Phase 1.

The CFA MTF funding will support Phase 2 improvements along Independence Street between 8th Street and Liberty Street.

SEDA‑COG prepared and submitted the application on behalf of the city and will provide ongoing technical assistance and grant administration for the project.

The effort received support from local and state officials.

“This investment will help Shamokin keep moving forward with a project that improves daily life for residents and strengthens the downtown,” said Senator Lynda Schlegel Culver. Culver continued, “Independence Street is an important corridor, and these updates will make it safer and easier for people to walk, shop, and access local businesses. I appreciate the work the City has put into planning and leveraging other funding so this grant can have the greatest impact.”

“This funding will help address real, everyday needs in Shamokin—safer sidewalks, improved crossings, and better accessibility for residents of all ages and abilities. Investments like this strengthen downtowns and make our communities more livable,” said Representative Joanne Stehr.

This investment represents another important step forward in Shamokin’s long-term effort to rebuild its downtown, improve walkability, and create a safer, more accessible community for residents, businesses, and visitors.

About SEDA-COG
SEDA-COG is a community and economic development agency in Lewisburg and is one of seven Local Development Districts in Pennsylvania. SEDA-COG enhances the quality of life and economic advantage for residents and businesses in the 11 central Pennsylvania counties through its vital partnerships and initiatives.