FD12 DSA Robbins Road

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR), specifically Tiadaghton State Forest, is seeking a contractor to deliver and paver-place approximately 5,050 tons of Driving Surface Aggregate (DSA) on Robbins Road in Crawford Township, Clinton County. The procurement is an Invitation for Bids (IFB) for road surface improvement services, with a specific requirement for the DSA to be composed of sandstone, limestone, or basalt. Key deliverables include submitting a Schedule of Work, creating a project-specific DSA pile, and using a paver to place the aggregate material. Contractors must meet stringent material specifications, including specific sieve analysis, pH levels, LA Abrasion standards, and Plasticity Index requirements. The bid due date is March 13, 2023, with no pre-bid conference scheduled, and all questions must be submitted in writing prior to the bid deadline. The contract will commence upon receipt of the Purchase Order and terminate on June 30, 2023, with the Commonwealth awarding to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.

The solicitation includes provisions for Small Business (SB) and Small Diverse Business (SDB) participation, allowing eligible businesses to self-certify and be considered for contract opportunities. Contractors must provide certifications related to worker protection, including compliance with Pennsylvania's Construction Workplace Misclassification Act, Minimum Wage Act, and Prevailing Wage Act. Failure to provide accurate certification can result in contract termination and three-year ineligibility for future contracts. The procurement requires contractors to submit performance security in the form of a bond, letter of credit, or other acceptable method. While no specific incumbent vendor is mentioned, the contract includes a Reciprocal Limitations Act Form that may impact out-of-state contractors. The estimated contract value is tied to the 5,050 tons of aggregate, with the understanding that the actual quantity may increase or decrease based on DCNR's needs. Potential bidders should note that the Commonwealth reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to purchase products or services through alternative competitive bidding procedures if deemed in its best interest.