23SC-SGL 235 Felling Mowing PR project

The Pennsylvania Game Commission, Southcentral Region, is soliciting electronic bids for an operator services contract to manage interfering woody vegetation on State Game Lands No. 235 in Franklin County. The project requires cutting approximately 70 acres across five blocks using forestry-type mowing machines, with specific requirements to fell or mow woody vegetation greater than 4 inches in diameter. Contractors must remove or pile material over 4 inches and complete all work to the Commission's satisfaction. The contract term runs from the purchase order receipt until June 30, 2021, with no extension options. An optional site inspection is scheduled for December 21, 2020, and electronic bids are due by 2:00 PM on December 29, 2020, through the SRM electronic bidding system. Pricing must be submitted on a per-acre basis, covering all labor, equipment, tools, insurance, and associated costs. The Pennsylvania Game Commission may prioritize block acceptance based on available funding.

Contractors must be registered vendors with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and provide required insurance and performance bonds before commencing work. The opportunity does not specify explicit set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, but contractors must comply with nondiscrimination provisions prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, or disability. While a specific budget range is not disclosed, the contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Contractors must adhere to federal requirements, including Americans with Disabilities Act regulations and potential funding compliance guidelines. The Commonwealth reserves the right to award by line item and terminate the contract for convenience or lack of appropriated funds. Successful bidders will be responsible for any damages caused during project operations and must repair such damages at their own expense.