23NW LMG 1 Seed Mixes

The Northwest Region of the Pennsylvania Game Commission is seeking bids for seed mixes to support grassland restoration projects in Butler County. The procurement involves two specific seed mixes: a Deer Resistant Meadow Mix (300 lbs) and an Oats mix (600 lbs), with detailed specifications including precise species percentages and a preference for Pennsylvania local ecotypes. Potential vendors must submit electronic bids through the Commonwealth's "PA Supplier Portal" by 2:00 PM on April 15, 2025, with all technical questions directed to Ethan R. Beale, State Game Warden/Land Management Group Supervisor, contactable at 1-833-742-4868 or etbeale@pa.gov. Bidders must have a vendor number assigned by the Commonwealth and submit unit prices that include costs for Pure Live Seed (PLS), mixing fees, and delivery to a specified address in West Sunbury, PA. The Game Commission reserves the right to reject any or all bids and allows for potential species substitutions due to supply limitations. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.

The procurement appears to have no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, and no incumbent vendors are mentioned in the documentation. Potential bidders must comply with extensive worker protection requirements outlined in the Worker Protection Form, which mandates adherence to Pennsylvania state labor laws, workplace safety regulations, and various employment standards. Contractors must certify compliance with regulations related to workplace misclassification, minimum wage, equal pay, and industry-specific labor protections. Failure to comply could result in contract termination and a three-year prohibition on bidding for state contracts. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the total seed purchase is estimated at 900 lbs across two mix types. Vendors must also meet comprehensive insurance requirements, provide necessary documentation, and comply with the Commonwealth's terms and conditions, including provisions for confidentiality, data breach protocols, and anti-discrimination statutes.