Deer Fence Dismantle 21D-3 - F. D. #5

The Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR), Bureau of Forestry, is seeking qualified contractors to dismantle woven wire deer exclosures in Forest District 05, located in Huntingdon County. The project involves the removal of three specific deer fence sections totaling 17,769 lineal feet across the Rothrock State Forest, specifically in the Turkey Hill East (5,378 linear feet), Turkey Hill West (6,436 linear feet), and Locke Valley (5,955 linear feet) areas. Contractors must be self-certified small businesses capable of dismantling these fences across varied terrain, with projects classified as either "Moderate" or "Severe" based on access, slope, and vegetation challenges. The bid pricing for "Severe" projects cannot exceed 15% of the highest unit bid price for "Moderate" projects. The contract term is approximately 12 months, commencing upon receipt of a fully executed purchase order or April 1, 2022, whichever is later. The bid response was due on November 29, 2021, with the DCNR reserving the right to cancel projects and apply liquidated damages for delays. While mandatory site inspections were not required, they were strongly recommended.

The procurement is specifically set aside for self-certified small businesses, with no indication of additional disadvantaged enterprise requirements. Contractors must provide performance security of $5,000 and will be paid via Automated Clearing House (ACH) upon completion and approval of each project. The DCNR will provide personnel to supervise and direct the dismantling operations, ensuring proper execution of the work. No incumbent vendors were explicitly identified in the documentation. The contract appears to be a service-based procurement with a focus on environmental management and forest maintenance. While a specific budget range was not detailed, the project involves dismantling fences across approximately 121 acres of state forest land, suggesting a moderate-scale contract. The project references specific identification numbers for each fence section (052104, 052105, and 052106) and is part of the broader forest management activities conducted by the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources.