23 WM Bat Box Construction

The Pennsylvania Game Commission is seeking bids for a bat box shell construction project, specifically soliciting vendors to fabricate, weld, and deliver 50 aluminum shells for bat box construction. The procurement opportunity, identified as a re-bid of solicitation 6100056733, is located in Centre County and specifically within the Hebron Census Designated Partnership area. Detailed specifications require vendors to order aluminum sheets, precisely cut and grind shells to exact dimensions, and perform continuous welding along all seams, ensuring no sharp edges are present. The deliverables must meet strict quality control standards, with the Pennsylvania Game Commission reserving the right to inspect and reject inadequate products, requiring replacement within 30 days. Vendors must submit bids in dollars and cents, with final product delivery required between the notification to proceed and December 15, 2022, to the Howard Nursery in Howard, Pennsylvania. The original bid response deadline was October 6, 2022, with bidders required to complete worker protection certification forms and comply with state labor and workplace safety regulations.

The procurement appears to have specific state-level restrictions, including compliance with the Pennsylvania Reciprocal Limitations Act, which provides preferences for in-state bidders and supplies. Bidders must complete documentation detailing manufacturer locations and residency status to qualify for potential preference considerations. While specific award value ranges are not explicitly stated, the project involves the production of 50 aluminum bat box shells, suggesting a moderate-scale procurement. Vendors must demonstrate technical capability in metal fabrication, welding, and precision manufacturing, with particular attention to the detailed specifications provided in the bid documentation. The procurement includes mandatory certifications related to worker protection, workplace safety, and compliance with state labor laws, with potential consequences for false certifications including contract termination and three-year bidding ineligibility. Additional requirements include completing forms such as the Worker Protection and Investment Certification Form and adhering to state-mandated workplace regulations.