23SE SGL 211 Firebreak

The Pennsylvania Game Commission's Southeast Region is soliciting bids for a firebreak construction project on State Game Lands #211 located in Lebanon County. The project requires constructing 10,003 feet of new 8-foot-wide firebreak trails to facilitate controlled burn habitat management activities. Contractors must utilize a tracked dozer with a six-way blade or bucket to clear brush, small trees, and root mat, while also constructing several 10'x10' turnarounds. Bidders must electronically submit proposals through the PA Supplier Portal by 2 PM on March 19, 2025, with work to commence after receiving a Purchase Order and performance bond. The contract requires completion by June 30, 2025, with no permitted extensions. To qualify, bidders must demonstrate proof of completing at least 5 miles of road or trail construction in a forested environment within a single calendar year in the previous two years. The bid will be awarded as a single line item based on the lowest price per foot, with the per-foot price including all labor, insurance, equipment, tools, and miscellaneous expenses.

The contract requires a $5,000 performance security within 30 days of bid award and mandates comprehensive insurance coverage, including workers' compensation and comprehensive general liability insurance of at least $300,000 per occurrence. Contractors must comply with Pennsylvania's Worker Protection and Investment Certification, which involves adhering to various state labor laws and workforce safety regulations. The contract establishes an enhanced minimum wage requirement of $15.00 per hour for all contract workers, with annual cost-of-living adjustments. Contractors will be paid on a reimbursement basis for actual feet completed, as measured by a Forestry Division employee. The terms and conditions include strict requirements for background checks, data protection, and compliance with state labor and worker safety laws. Payment procedures, contract modifications, and dispute resolution processes are also clearly defined in the contract documentation. While no specific set-aside designations or disadvantaged enterprise requirements are explicitly mentioned, the comprehensive documentation suggests a rigorous selection process focused on technical capability and compliance.