Ashe County Bridge Aluminized Pipe/Bands

The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for Aluminum Pipe Arch and Aluminum Pipe Arch Bands, specifically for Division 11 Ashe Bridge Maintenance. The procurement seeks a one-time purchase to replenish inventory for upcoming projects, with four specific line items: 8 connecting bands for 81" x 59" corrugated aluminized pipe arch, 200 linear feet of 81" x 59" x 12-gauge pipe arch, 8 connecting bands for 112" x 75" corrugated aluminized pipe arch, and 200 linear feet of 112" x 75" x 20' x 12-gauge pipe arch. Delivery is specified to 332 NW School Road, Warrensville, NC, within 60 consecutive calendar days after receiving the purchase order. Vendors must comply with NCDOT 2024 Standard Specifications for Roads and Structures, with all pipe to be inspected and approved by an NCDOT Materials & Test inspector. The bid requires vendors to be authorized resellers and provide manufacturer documentation, with bids due on July 18, 2025, at 2:00 PM ET.

The procurement encourages participation from Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUB), with a goal of 10% utilization of diverse firms as 1st or 2nd tier subcontractors. Vendors must be registered in the state's Electronic Vendor Portal (eVP) and comply with various state requirements, including E-Verify and non-discrimination policies. Pricing shall be all-inclusive, covering transportation, delivery, and handling costs. The state reserves the right to award to a single vendor or multiple vendors, and to reject any or all bids if deemed in the state's best interest. While specific award values are not explicitly stated, the procurement is focused on bridge maintenance inventory replenishment for Division 11, which suggests a targeted and potentially significant procurement for infrastructure maintenance. The solicitation appears to be open to qualified vendors who can meet the technical specifications and compliance requirements, with a preference for diverse business participation.