23NW Butler County RKD

The Pennsylvania Game Commission's Northwest Region is soliciting electronic bids for a road killed deer (RKD) pickup service in specified townships within Butler County. The procurement is a service contract designed to remove and lawfully dispose of white-tailed deer carcasses from roadways, with the initial contract period spanning from July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025, and potential renewal options for an additional four years by mutual agreement. Contractors are required to remove deer carcasses within 24 hours of notification, provide proof of adequate insurance, and demonstrate an acceptable method of carcass disposal. Key deliverables include timely carcass removal, monthly reporting on removal activities, and adherence to safety procedures and communication protocols with the Pennsylvania Game Commission's radio room. The bid due date is August 20, 2024, and interested parties can contact CAS Jason Amory at 814-432-3187 for additional information. Contractors will be compensated per carcass removed, with a reduced rate for "gone on arrival" scenarios.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention any set-aside designations for disadvantaged businesses or specific restrictions on responding organizations. No incumbent vendor information is provided in the documents. Contractors will be evaluated based on their ability to meet the specified requirements, including equipment readiness, disposal methods, and responsiveness to removal notifications. While specific budget ranges are not detailed, payment will be structured on a per-carcass basis, suggesting that the total contract value will depend on the number of deer carcasses requiring removal during the contract period. The Worker Protection Form indicates that contractors must certify compliance with various Pennsylvania labor and workplace safety laws, including the Construction Workplace Misclassification Act, Minimum Wage Act, and Prevailing Wage Act. Failure to comply could result in contract termination and potential ineligibility for future bids.