FD#1 Driveway Grade Shale, Oak Road Franklin County

The Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR), Michaux State Forest in Franklin County, is seeking a vendor to deliver and tailgate approximately 1,600 tons of Driveway Grade Shale along Oak Road in Quincy Township. The project will start around March 29, 2021, and terminate on June 30, 2021, with the contract commencing upon execution of the purchase order. Bidders must submit proposals electronically through the PA Supplier Portal and may be required to provide references to demonstrate qualifications. The department reserves the right to award the contract to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with the unit price bid expected to include all labor, materials, equipment, tools, insurance, and necessary project components. The bid evaluation will be based on the total sum, and contract quantities are estimated and may fluctuate based on departmental needs. The bid submission deadline is March 12, 2021, with no pre-bid conference scheduled, and any questions must be submitted in writing to the issuing officer.

The procurement appears to have no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, though the attached DCNR Small Business Initiative document suggests the agency has broader initiatives supporting small and diverse businesses. Bidders must comply with Commonwealth laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination requirements and provisions related to recycled content. The Reciprocal Limitations Act form indicates a preference for Pennsylvania-based vendors, with potential preferential treatment for resident bidders and products manufactured within the state. While a specific contract value is not explicitly stated, the project involves approximately 1,600 tons of driveway grade shale, which implies a moderate-scale procurement. Invoicing will require inclusion of the purchase order number and vendor's SAP Vendor Number, with payment provided upon receipt and approval of the product and invoice. The contract allows for potential extensions at the Commonwealth's discretion, providing flexibility for future collaboration.