Aggregate for Surface Treatment (2024)

Dane County, Wisconsin is seeking bids for Aggregate for Surface Treatment in 2024, specifically targeting pea gravel and quartzite/granite chips for use as cover material on asphalt sealcoat work. The procurement is a Request for Bid (RFB) covering multiple geographic areas within Dane County, including townships such as Pleasant Springs, Christiana, Fitchburg, Verona, Madison, Bristol, Berry, Springfield, Cross Plains, and Middleton. Bidders must provide unit costs per ton for different aggregate types, with quantities ranging from 164 to 1,650 tons per location. The county will evaluate bids based on factors including price, availability, proximity, and product quality, with two delivery options: delivered directly to county locations (Option A) or picked up from the supplier's stockpile (Option B). Key deadlines include a vendor question submission deadline of February 14, 2024, and a proposal submission deadline of February 21, 2024 at 2:00 pm. The contract will be effective from the purchase order date and run for one year, with material delivery required by May 28, 2024. A damage claim of $100 per day will be assessed for delays beyond specified delivery dates.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The county reserves the right to choose the most advantageous bid option and will award contracts on a per-item basis. While specific budget ranges are not detailed, the procurement covers multiple geographic locations with varying aggregate quantities, suggesting a potentially significant total contract value. The bid documents do not indicate information about incumbent vendors or existing infrastructure requirements. Potential bidders will need to demonstrate capability to supply high-quality aggregate materials, meet delivery specifications, and provide competitive pricing across different Dane County locations. The procurement appears open to qualified aggregate suppliers who can meet the county's technical specifications and delivery requirements, with the county maintaining flexibility in vendor selection to ensure the most beneficial outcome for its surface treatment needs.