SC pre-emergent herbicide SGL 235

The Pennsylvania Game Commission (PGC), Southcentral Region, is seeking a contractor to provide pre-emergent herbicide treatment for State Game Lands (SGL) No. 235 located in St. Thomas Township, Franklin County, Pennsylvania. The procurement involves comprehensive herbicide application services covering approximately 362 acres, which will require the contractor to furnish all necessary labor, insurance, tools, equipment, and materials to complete the treatment. The work must be performed between April 15 and May 15, 2021, with a strict completion deadline of June 30, 2021. Bidders are required to submit electronic proposals through the Commonwealth's Supplier Registration Management (SRM) system by 2:00 PM on December 29, 2020. An optional site tour is available for prospective bidders upon request, and the successful contractor must provide a 10% performance bond before commencing work. The contract will compensate the contractor on a per-acre basis for correctly completed acres, as determined by the PGC, and requires compliance with prevailing minimum wage requirements and maintenance of workers' compensation and general liability insurance coverage.

The procurement does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The contractor must adhere to federal and state non-discrimination requirements, ensuring fair employment practices and prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, or handicap. While no specific budget range is detailed, the contract covers treatment of 362 acres and will be paid on a per-acre basis. The successful bidder must maintain high standards of integrity, including protecting confidential information and avoiding potential conflicts of interest. The PGC reserves the right to reject any or all bids and may terminate the agreement if the contractor fails to meet specified requirements. Contractors must also be prepared to provide documentation to the Inspector General if requested and comply with all applicable federal and state regulations, including the Americans with Disabilities Act.