Brine Tank and Sprayer

The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, Bureau of Forestry, Bald Eagle State Forest is seeking a vendor to furnish a water tank and spray system to be mounted in a dump truck, located in Union County, specifically the Milroy CDP. The procurement requires a single poly tank with a minimum 1,800-gallon capacity, featuring specific technical requirements including an in-cab controller, one-lane spray bar, 5.5 HP Honda engine, and a stainless steel Hypro pump. The contract will commence upon execution and receipt of purchase order, with a termination date of April 1, 2018. Bids must be submitted via the PA Supplier Portal, with the bid opening date set for March 8, 2018, and no pre-bid conference scheduled. The award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with the total unit price expected to include all labor, materials, equipment, tools, insurance, and associated items necessary for completion. Evaluation will focus on meeting the detailed technical specifications outlined in the Statement of Work.

The contract appears to have no specific small business set-aside designations, though bidders must complete a Reciprocal Limitations Act form detailing the manufacturer and state of origin for the proposed equipment. Vendors must comply with various state requirements, including submitting a Lobbying Certification Form and Iran Free Procurement Certification. The procurement allows for flexible award strategies, with the Commonwealth reserving the right to make a single award or award by line item. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the contract is for a single water tank and spray system. Bidders must demonstrate compliance with nondiscrimination policies, contractor integrity guidelines, and provide evidence of their ability to meet the technical specifications for the brine tank and sprayer system. Payment will be made upon satisfactory completion of the contract, with bid results accessible through e-Marketplace within three business days following the bid opening.