Aggregate Out of State Mine Inspections

The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is seeking proposals for Aggregate Out of State Mine Inspections through a competitive Request for Proposal (RFP) process. The procurement, specifically identified as Bid No. DOT-RFP 25-9030-SD, requires contractors to conduct quarterly mine inspections to collect samples of coarse and fine aggregate products. Contractors will be responsible for visiting designated mines and collecting representative samples, with flexibility to schedule inspections during coarse aggregate production periods or utilize alternative sampling methods when immediate collection is challenging due to production or rail load-out schedules. The procurement is located in Leon County and is specifically focused on out-of-state mine sampling and testing services. The critical dates for this opportunity include a posted date of February 17, 2025, with proposals due on March 5, 2025, at 1:30 PM EST. Bidders must carefully review Addendum No. 1, which clarifies the sampling and testing requirements by modifying a single word in the Exhibit "A" Scope of Services, changing "or" to "and" regarding sample collection protocols.

No specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations were explicitly detailed in the provided documentation. The procurement appears to be open to qualified contractors with capabilities in aggregate sampling, mine inspection, and testing services. While no incumbent vendor information was provided, the contract appears to require technical expertise in geological sampling, transportation logistics, and quality control processes for aggregate materials. The document did not specify a precise budget range or contract value for the proposed work. Contractors interested in responding must carefully review the addendum, complete all required documentation, and submit their proposals by the March 5, 2025 deadline to avoid disqualification. Successful bidders will need to demonstrate technical proficiency in mine inspection protocols, sampling techniques, and the ability to conduct systematic quarterly inspections of out-of-state aggregate production facilities.