DSA Right Asaph Road Forest District 16

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR), Forest District 16, is seeking a contractor to deliver, paver-place, and compact approximately 3,105 tons of Driving Surface Aggregate (DSA) on Right Asaph Road, which serves as a joint-use road for snowmobiles and licensed motor vehicles. The procurement is specific to Warren County and Harveys Lake Borough, with the project focused on road surface improvement using sandstone, limestone, or basalt aggregate. Bidders must submit detailed technical documentation, including a Reciprocal Limitations Act form, DSA specifications acknowledgement, and proof of references for similar work. The contract opportunity was posted on December 20, 2021, with bid submissions due by January 3, 2022. Evaluation criteria will prioritize the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with contract performance expected to be completed by June 30, 2022. Successful contractors must create a project-specific DSA pile that meets stringent technical specifications, including specific sieve gradation, pH levels, LA Abrasion standards, Plasticity Index, and Optimum Moisture content.

The contract opportunity includes provisions to promote small and diverse business participation through the Commonwealth's Small Business Procurement Initiative. Eligible small businesses (SBs) and small diverse businesses (SDBs) are encouraged to participate as prime contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and professional service providers. The Commonwealth's Small Business Reserve program allows certified small businesses to compete for contracts reserved exclusively for their category. Businesses must self-certify through the Department of General Services' Bureau of Diversity, Inclusion, and Small Business Opportunities (BDISBO) to qualify. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the project involves approximately 3,105 tons of aggregate material, with potential for quantity adjustments based on DCNR's needs. Payment will be processed via Automated Clearing House (ACH) direct deposit upon satisfactory project completion, and the contract includes provisions for potential increases or decreases in project scope.