FD7 DSA - Weikert Run Road

The Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR), specifically the Bald Eagle Forest District (FD07), is seeking services for the delivery, paver-placement, and compaction of approximately 5,600 tons of limestone Driving Surface Aggregate (DSA) for Weikert Run Road in Union County. The procurement opportunity, identified as Solicitation #6100062851, requires contractors to provide high-quality DSA materials that meet strict technical specifications, including specific particle size distributions and pH requirements. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for February 5, 2025, at 10:00 AM at the FD07 Bald Eagle Forest District Office in Millmont, PA, where potential bidders can obtain additional project details. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with electronic bid submissions required through the Commonwealth's SRM system. The project has a defined contract term running from purchase order receipt through August 31, 2025, and contractors must provide performance security of 10% of the total contract price within 10 days of the contract effective date.

The contract opportunity includes provisions for small and diverse businesses through the Commonwealth's Small Business Procurement Initiative, administered by the Department of General Services' Bureau of Diversity, Inclusion, and Small Business Opportunities (BDISBO). To qualify, businesses must be independently owned, employ no more than 100 full-time equivalent employees, and have a three-year average gross revenue not exceeding $47 million. The Small Business Reserve program may reserve certain contracts exclusively for qualified small businesses and Small Diverse Business (SDB) certified organizations. Contractors must comply with Pennsylvania's worker protection laws and certify adherence to various labor and workforce safety regulations. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the contract involves delivering and placing approximately 5,600 tons of DSA, with quantities subject to potential adjustment based on departmental needs. Interested businesses must submit comprehensive documentation, including DSA acknowledgment forms, Reciprocal Limitations Act requirements, and Worker Protection certifications, through the PA Supplier Portal.