01_Specification_6100051671_11_12_20.docx

COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA

DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SERVICES

SPECIFICATION

Rubber Dam Bladder (Bag)

Invitation for Bid No. 6100051671

IFB# 6100051671

Rubber Dam Bladder (Bag) #6 For Department of Conservation and Natural Resources

I. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

A. SCOPE: This Invitation for Bid (IFB) issued by the Pennsylvania Department of General Services (DGS) on behalf of the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) will cover DCNR’s requirements for Rubber Dam Bladder (bag) #6. This Specification Document and Exhibit 1, Technical Specifications Rubber Dam Bladder (bag) #6 outline in detail the requirements for the design and manufacture of one (1) Rubber Dam Bladder Bag, internal air distribution tubing, rubber repair supplies and tools for delivery to Shikellamy State Park, Sunbury, Pennsylvania.

The existing rubber dam bag to be replaced, Bag #6, was installed in 1985 and 2012, and was manufactured respectively by Bridgestone Tire and Rubber Company and Mecan-Hyrdo. The new rubber dam bag shall be compatible in design, construction, quality, and operation to the Bridgestone bag which was approximately 13.4 millimeters in thickness. In addition to this Specification Document and Exhibit 1, Technical Specifications, the following documents are incorporated as exhibits and made part of this Specification:

· Exhibit 3, Attachment A, Intent to Participate Form

· Exhibit 3, Attachment B, Final Reverse Auction Bid Sheet Exhibit 4 Reciprocal Limitations Act Requirements (GSPUR-89)

This IFB is comprised of a single lot which encompasses multiple line items. Bidders must bid on all line items within the lot to be considered for award. The specific line items contained in the lot are identified on Exhibit 2, Initial Reverse Auction Bid Sheet. Additional instructions provided on Exhibit 2.

The Commonwealth, as part of this solicitation, will be utilizing a reverse auction to secure competitive market pricing while maintaining or improving quality. All responsive and responsible bidders will qualify for the reverse auction. Specific information regarding the reverse auction is contained in the Reverse Auction Package, which is attached as Exhibit 3. In order to participate in the reverse auction, Suppliers must agree to the terms and conditions contained with the Reverse Auction Package, including but not limited to, individual supplier training provided by the DGS.

B. BIDDING INFORMATION: Pricing will consist of four components: 1) the Initial Reverse Auction Bid Sheet submitted in response to the IFB (Exhibit 2 to these Specifications); 2) extended total lot price entered in the SRM auction platform; 3) the Reverse Auction; and 4) the Final Reverse Auction Bid Sheet (Attachment B to the Reverse Auction Package).

The following documents are required to be completed and returned with your bid. Bids may be rejected for failure to return the required documents.

· Attachment A to the Reverse Auction Package – Intent to Participate Form

· Exhibit 2, Initial Reverse Auction Bid Sheet in Excel® Format; do not provide in .pdf format.

· Exhibit 4, Reciprocal Limitations Act Requirements (GSPUR-89); completed.

C. METHOD OF AWARD: The Department of General Services (DGS) will award to the Bidder who, as a result of the Auction, offers the lowest, total price per lot (extended price).The Supplier who, as a result of the Auction, offers the lowest price will be awarded a contract.

D. NON-MANDATORY SITE VISIT: Bidders may schedule an optional site visit to view the delivery area and site and to acquaint themselves with the existing conditions, activity involved. Bidders shall contact Andrew Leidich at (570) 988-5557 to schedule an appointment to visit the site.

Any questions resulting from a site visit must be submitted, in writing, to the Issuing Office. All questions and written answers will be posted on the Department of General Services’ (DGS) website, eMarketplace, and with the bid in the PA Supplier Portal as an addendum to the IFB.

E. DELIVERY:

1. See Section 02005, Part 3, Sub-section 3.3, of Exhibit 1 Technical Specification for details.

2. Contractor must contact Andrew Leidich, Park Manager, or designee, at (570) 988-5557 prior to delivery to make arrangements.

3. Actual delivery costs must be documented and submitted with invoices at the time of payment. The Commonwealth will only reimburse the awarded Contractor for actual delivery costs.

F. SERVICE REQUIREMENTS: To be eligible for this Contract the Contractor shall meet all requirements of this Specification and its Exhibits.

G. STORAGE REQUIREMENTS: To be eligibile for this Contract, the Contractor shall:

a. Store the rubber dam bag as identified in Section 11500, Rubber Dam Bladders, Part 3, Sub-section 3.3 of Exhibit 1 Technical Specifications. Should the rubber dam bag become damaged or marred while in storage at the Contractor’s facility the DCNR will not be liable for damages or payment of product.

b. If Contractor is required to store the rubber dam bag beyond the expected shipment date (September 30, 2021), the Contractor will be permitted to charge a storage fee as per the pricing structure submitted with the Contractor’s bid/auction.

H. INQUIRIES: Direct all questions concerning this bid to the Contracting Officer named below:

Nicole Moyer, Contracting Officer Department of General Services Bureau of Procurement 555 Walnut Street, 6th Floor Harrisburg PA 17101-1914

(717) 346-3273 (Phone)

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