FD10 DSA Sandy Run Road

The Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR), Forest District 10, is soliciting bids for a road improvement project involving the delivery, placement, and compaction of approximately 4,995 tons of limestone Driving Surface Aggregate (DSA) on Sandy Run Road in Clinton County. The project spans approximately 2.7 miles and is scheduled to run from May 19, 2025, to August 27, 2025. A strongly recommended pre-bid conference will be held on January 28, 2025, at 9:00 am at the Sproul District Office in Renovo, PA, with the bid due date set for February 4, 2025, at 10:00 am. Bidders must submit proposals electronically through the PA Supplier Portal, with specific requirements including DSA material meeting strict composition and testing specifications. The contractor must provide performance security of 10% of the total contract price and maintain specific insurance coverages, including workers' compensation and public liability insurance. Liquidated damages of $250 per day per item will be assessed for project delays, and payment will be processed through ACH direct deposit upon satisfactory completion of the project.

The solicitation includes provisions for small businesses and small diverse businesses, with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania encouraging participation from these entities through various procurement initiatives. To qualify as a Small Business, companies must be independently owned, employ no more than 100 full-time equivalent employees, and have a three-year average gross revenue under $47 million. The project also adheres to the Reciprocal Limitations Act, which provides preference to bidders offering supplies produced in Pennsylvania, with variations in preference percentages based on the bidder's state of origin. Contractors must complete a Worker Protection and Investment Certification Form, ensuring compliance with thirteen specific state labor laws. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the project involves the placement of nearly 5,000 tons of aggregate material, suggesting a substantial infrastructure investment. Interested bidders must carefully review all attached documents, including the Statement of Work, Attachment A for DSA specifications, and the Addendum, which provides additional clarification on project details and requirements.