Bid #25-MNT-12: Ready Mix Concrete

The Kent County Board of Road Commissioners is seeking competitive bids for ready mix concrete procurement for the 2025 calendar year, with an optional one-year renewal for 2026. The bid (Bid #25-MNT-12) specifically solicits pricing for various Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) concrete mixes, including Mix 3500, Mix 3500 with MRWR, Mix 3500 (9.0 SK), Mix 4500, Mix P-NC, and Flowable Fill. Bids will be received until Tuesday, July 15, 2025, at 8:30 AM through the BidNet Direct site, with bid award scheduled for Tuesday, July 22, 2025. Vendors must provide detailed pricing per cubic yard within their regular delivery zone, with additional pricing for deliveries outside that zone. The procurement includes a fuel surcharge mechanism that allows for price adjustments based on diesel fuel price fluctuations, and requires bidders to specify minimum delivery terms, plant locations, and complete a comprehensive pricing sheet.

The contract allows for potential multi-vendor awards based on best value and county road commission interests, with provisions permitting other governmental agencies to piggyback on the contract. No specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises were explicitly mentioned in the documents. Bidders must meet comprehensive insurance requirements and adhere to non-discrimination provisions. While specific budget ranges were not detailed, the procurement is structured as an "as needed" contract for the 2025 construction period, suggesting flexible purchasing based on project requirements. The bid requires vendors to provide company information, contact details, and an authorized agent's signature. Notably, the contract includes provisions for ordering concrete in incremental quantities, with specific pricing for orders less than 5 cubic yards, ranging from 1/4 to 4 3/4 cubic yards.