AGGREGATE, No 57 (Non-Granite)-Bladen County

The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) numbered 54-RC-12185480 for a term contract to furnish and deliver 8,000 tons of Aggregate No. 57 (Non-Granite) Material to the Bladen County Maintenance location on an as-needed basis. The procurement is specifically for aggregate material that must comply with NCDOT Standard Specifications sections 1005, 1008, 1010, and 1012, with vendors required to provide detailed information about their quarry or pit facility, including location, supervisor details, and operational hours. Bids must be submitted electronically through the state's electronic Vendor Portal (eVP) by September 24, 2025, at 2:00 PM, with the bid opening scheduled for September 25, 2025, at 2:00 PM ET. The contract will have an initial term of one year from the date of final contract execution, with potential for extension. Pricing will be based on a unit price per ton of aggregate, and vendors must complete a detailed pricing form. Financial stability is a critical evaluation criterion, with vendors required to certify their financial capacity to perform the contract.

The NCDOT encourages participation from Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUB) and aims to meet a 10% utilization goal for diverse firms as 1st or 2nd tier subcontractors. While specific award value is not explicitly stated, the procurement is for 8,000 tons of aggregate material, suggesting a significant contract opportunity. The solicitation appears open to qualified vendors who can meet the technical specifications, demonstrate financial stability, and potentially contribute to the state's diversity goals. No incumbent vendors are mentioned in the documentation, and there are no apparent restrictions beyond the standard qualifications related to material specifications and financial capacity. Vendors will need to provide comprehensive documentation about their quarry or pit facility, operational capabilities, and ability to meet the NCDOT's strict material standards for Aggregate No. 57 (Non-Granite) Material.