11-3-23 REBID 23F-D15-1Fert

The Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR), Bureau of Forestry, Susquehannock State Forest, is seeking a contractor to provide uniform ground application of fertilizer to an estimated 376 acres of State Forest land across eight specific project blocks. This is a rebid of a previous contract (6100059406), with services to be performed in Potter County between May 1, 2024, and June 30, 2024. The fertilizer application will cover cut forest stands, utilizing two specific fertilizer types: urea (46-0-0) and diammonium phosphate (18-46-0). The contractor will be responsible for providing all necessary fertilizer, ensuring proper handling, storage, and transportation, while DCNR personnel will supervise and direct the fertilization operation. The project encompasses eight specific project numbers: 152344, 152345, 152262, 152263, 152264, 152265, 152266, and 152267. The bid is due by November 17, 2023, and will be awarded to the lowest total sum bidder who meets all specified requirements. Evaluation will be based on compliance with the Statement of Work, pricing, and the ability to meet all technical and administrative specifications outlined in the solicitation documents.

The contract is specifically set aside for certified Small Businesses, requiring vendors to provide a valid self-certification form demonstrating their eligibility. Bidders must comply with various state requirements, including the Worker Protection and Investment Certification, which mandates adherence to labor laws such as the Construction Workplace Misclassification Act and Minimum Wage Act. Contractors must also complete the DCNR Reciprocal Limitations Act Form and submit required documentation including Lobbying Certification and Iran Free Procurement Certification. While the exact budget is not explicitly stated, the scope covers 376 acres of fertilizer application across eight project blocks. The Commonwealth reserves the right to terminate the contract for convenience or non-appropriation of funds, providing flexibility in contract management. Payment will be made upon satisfactory completion of each block, with invoices requiring specific details including the purchase order and project numbers. The contract will commence upon execution of the Purchase Order, with a focused timeframe for completing the forest fertilization project.