DSA Beech Creek Road - Forest District #10

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR), specifically Sproul State Forest in Columbia County, is soliciting bids for a road improvement project involving the delivery, placement, and compaction of approximately 5,070 tons of limestone Driving Surface Aggregate (DSA) on Beech Creek Road. The procurement requires a contractor to create a project-specific DSA pile that meets rigorous material specifications, including passive sieve requirements, pH levels, LA Abrasion standards, and specific plasticity indices. Contractors must be capable of delivering DSA at a rate of 88 tons per hour and utilize a track-mounted motor paver for placement, with compaction to a minimum of 95% dry-mass density. The solicitation, identified as number 6100054063, was originally posted on September 17, 2021, with an amended due date of October 6, 2021, at 1:00 PM. Bids must be submitted electronically through the PA Supplier Portal, with the contract targeting completion by August 31, 2022. The award will be granted to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with payment contingent upon satisfactory project completion and adherence to specified DSA aggregate specifications.

The solicitation does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged businesses. The contract requires compliance with the Reciprocal Limitations Act, which provides preferences for bidders from states with similar procurement practices. Bidders must complete documentation detailing manufacturer locations and demonstrate compliance with state procurement regulations. While no incumbent vendor is mentioned, contractors must provide a signed acknowledgment of DCNR DSA specifications and a Reciprocal Limitations Act form. The project does not outline a specific budget range, but payment will be based on actual services performed and meeting the required DSA aggregate specifications. Liquidated damages of $250 per day may be assessed for late delivery, indicating the Commonwealth's emphasis on timely and precise project execution. The procurement process is designed to ensure high-quality road infrastructure improvement through stringent material and performance requirements.