23 NC SGL 252 Herbicide

The Pennsylvania Game Commission is soliciting bids for a herbicide treatment project on State Game Lands 252, located in Northcentral Pennsylvania, specifically targeting Japanese Stiltgrass and Mile-A-Minute weed across approximately 94 acres. The procurement requires a licensed pesticide applicator or firm capable of performing broadcast herbicide application with appropriate equipment and qualified personnel. The project's key deliverables include comprehensive weed control treatment using pre-emergent herbicides, with all labor, tools, superintendence, and equipment to be provided by the contractor. A mandatory site inspection is scheduled for January 4, 2024, and electronic bids will be publicly opened on January 10, 2024, at 2:00 PM. Bidders must submit pricing on a per-acre basis, with the contract price inclusive of herbicides, labor, insurance, equipment, and associated expenses. The treatment period is strictly limited to March 1 to April 1, 2024, with no contract extensions permitted. Evaluation will focus on selecting the lowest responsible and responsive bidder who meets all specified qualifications and project requirements.

The procurement appears open to all qualified vendors, with no specific set-aside designations explicitly mentioned. However, the Commonwealth will apply the Reciprocal Limitations Act, which provides preference to bidders offering supplies produced in Pennsylvania. Contractors must complete a Worker Protection and Investment Certification, demonstrating compliance with state labor laws including the Construction Workplace Misclassification Act, Minimum Wage Act, and Prevailing Wage Act. Successful bidders must possess a Commonwealth Vendor Number to receive payment and will be required to submit a performance bond and proof of insurance. While a specific budget range is not detailed, the contract will be awarded via purchase order with payment based on the Commission's surveyed acreage of successfully treated land. Prospective bidders should note that the Commonwealth reserves the right to reject any or all bids and select the proposal that best meets the project's needs.