10. Solicitation Addendum 2_01-22-2026.pdf

This is a Solicitation Addendum issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR), Tioga Forest District, for the delivery, paver-placement, and compaction of approximately 3,750 tons of limestone Driving Surface Aggregate (DSA) to Strait Run Road in Warren County. The addendum, issued on January 22, 2026, announces a change to the mandatory pre-bid conference date from Monday, January 26, 2026, to Thursday, January 29, 2026, due to potential adverse weather conditions, with the time and location remaining unchanged at 11:00 AM at the U.S. Geological Survey facility in Wellsboro, PA. Prospective bidders are required to attend the pre-bid conference, tour the job site, and sign in. Electronic bids must be submitted through the PA Supplier Portal by February 5, 2026, at 10:00 AM. The contract term commences upon receipt of the Purchase Order and terminates on June 15, 2026, with liquidated damages of $250.00 per day assessed for delivery or performance delays.

Contractors must provide 4" MINUS aggregate meeting stringent specifications including compliance with Section 9106 of the PA Vehicle Code, specific sieve gradations, pH levels between 6-12.45, Los Angeles Abrasion less than 40%, and a Plasticity Index of 4 or less. Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Bidders must submit three project references demonstrating prior experience with paver placement and rolling of at least 3,750 tons of DSA or Trail Surface Aggregate and provide performance security equal to 10% of the total contract price. The Commonwealth provides preference for Pennsylvania resident bidders and Pennsylvania-manufactured goods under the Reciprocal Limitations Act, with preference rates ranging from 2% to 10%. The procurement includes a Small Business Procurement Initiative, with Small Businesses defined as for-profit, independently owned U.S. businesses with no more than 100 full-time equivalent employees and average gross revenues not exceeding $47 million over three years. Contractors must comply with Pennsylvania labor laws and submit a Worker Protection and Investment Certification Form.