DCNR F. D. 7 DSA Thomas Dam Road

The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR), Forest District #7, is soliciting bids for a road maintenance project in Union County, specifically on Thomas Dam Road. The procurement involves delivering, paver-placing, and rolling approximately 3,000 tons of Driving Surface Aggregate (DSA) to upgrade the road surface. Vendors must meet strict material specifications, including precise aggregate gradation requirements, a maximum LA Abrasion loss of 40%, a pH range of 6 to 12.45, and a Plasticity Index not exceeding 6. The project has a completion deadline of June 30, 2016, with bids due by February 24, 2016. Bidders are required to submit two critical documents: a fully executed Reciprocal Limitations Act Form and a Forestry DSA Certification Form. Electronic bid submissions must be made through the PA Supplier Portal, and the contract will be awarded to the lowest total bidder. Evaluation criteria will focus on technical compliance, material quality, and pricing.

There are no specific set-aside designations mentioned for disadvantaged businesses in the documentation. The procurement appears open to qualified vendors who can meet the technical specifications and material requirements. While no incumbent vendor is explicitly identified, the project involves work within the Bald Eagle State Forest's Forest District 7. The contract does not specify a precise budget range, but the scope suggests a project value commensurate with the 3,000-ton aggregate placement. Bidders must demonstrate capability to provide high-quality DSA material derived from crushed rock that meets the DCNR and PennDOT specifications. Payment will be based on actual quantities used, with the potential for quantity adjustments based on the Department's needs. Vendors must also be prepared to handle potential road access challenges and obtain any necessary permits for project completion.