.08 Pesticide License and Applicator Licenses INSTRUCTIONS.pdf

This is an instructions document issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) for a Tree Trimming & Stump Removal Services contract opportunity in Fayette County. The contract encompasses tree trimming and stump removal services across all State Routes, PennDOT facilities, and other areas where the Department has responsibility or requirements for such work. Waste materials including chips, mulch, leaves, and branches will be hauled away and disposed of, with fly chipping available upon instruction when required for specific projects. The contract requires contractors to provide all necessary complements including equipment and personnel as specified by the Department.

Bidders must be DGS-certified small businesses to be eligible for award, as PennDOT has designated this contract under the Small Business Procurement Initiative established by Executive Order 2011-09. All bids must be submitted electronically through the Commonwealth's SRM system via the PA Supplier Portal at www.pasupplierportal.state.pa.us. As a prerequisite to bid submission, contractors must upload current copies of the PA Department of Agriculture Pesticide Application Business License for their organization and current PA Certified Pesticide Applicator Licenses for each applicator listed on the PA Certified Pesticide Applicator Licensing Form. Failure to complete and upload these required certifications and licenses will result in the bid being deemed non-responsive. Bidders experiencing technical difficulties with the electronic system should contact the Supplier Service Center at (877) 435-7363, option #1.