148_2024 2025 plant mix - primary

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) has issued a state and local contract opportunity for the 2025 Plant Mix - Primary project, specifically targeting various locations in Buchanan, Russell, and Tazewell counties within the Bristol District. This procurement is for a comprehensive infrastructure maintenance contract involving plant mix materials, surface treatment, and related road construction work. The contract (Contract ID No. CM125PMX125334) requires electronic bid submissions through Bidx by 10:00 AM on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, with a project completion date of November 21, 2025. Bidders must be prequalified and submit a bid bond conforming to current Road and Bridge Specifications, with key deliverables including approximately 500,000 tons of asphalt concrete, 600,000 tons of liquid asphalt, and 650,000 tons of surface treatment materials. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with evaluation likely based on pricing, technical capabilities, and compliance with specification requirements.

The procurement appears to have a focus on promoting diverse business participation, as evidenced by requirements for vendors to complete subcontractor/supplier solicitation forms and vendor surveys that capture information about Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation and business demographics. While specific set-aside percentages are not explicitly detailed, the documentation suggests an intent to encourage minority and small business involvement in the contract. No incumbent vendors are mentioned in the available documentation, and there are no explicit restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond beyond the prequalification requirements. The contract does not specify a precise award value, but the substantial material quantities (500,000 tons of asphalt concrete and related materials) suggest a significant procurement budget. Interested vendors must carefully review the complete bid documentation, ensure electronic submission compliance, and meet all prequalification standards to be considered for this VDOT infrastructure maintenance contract.