Fiber Reinforce Polymer Foot Bridge Elk State Fore

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, specifically the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) for Elk State Forest District 13, is seeking to procure a fully engineered Fiber Reinforced Polymer (FRP) composite foot bridge for installation at 258 Sizerville Road in Emporium, PA. The bridge specification requires a 40-foot clear span structure with a 4-foot width, designed to support a uniform live load of 84 psf and a vehicle load of 85 psf. The procurement calls for delivery of all bridge materials by May 1, 2019, with the bridge to be easily assembled on-site using common hand tools. Bidders must provide comprehensive documentation, including schematic drawings, structural calculations sealed by a Pennsylvania licensed professional engineer, and material certifications. The electronic bid submission was due on February 19, 2019, with bids to be submitted through the PA Supplier Portal. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with a contract period ending on June 30, 2019.

The solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, though it includes a Reciprocal Limitations Act form that provides preferences for Pennsylvania-based manufacturers. The bid requires vendors to complete an electronic Invitation for Bid and submit the Reciprocal Limitations Act form, which may provide some competitive advantages to in-state suppliers. The manufacturer must provide a 15-year warranty on the structural integrity of the FRP materials, design, and workmanship. Payment will be made on a reimbursement basis following delivery and final acceptance, with invoices requiring specific documentation including the purchase order number, project number, and the bidder's SAP Vendor Number. While a specific budget range is not detailed, the project appears to be a single-award procurement focused on acquiring a specialized pedestrian bridge structure for the Elk State Forest. The bid results will be posted on the Commonwealth's eMarketplace website within three business days of the bid opening.