Chip Seal (Ledge Rock)

The State of Nebraska, specifically the Department of Administrative Services (DAS) Materiel Division and State Purchasing Bureau (SPB), is seeking a qualified vendor to provide approximately 9,800 tons of Chip Seal (Ledge Rock) for District 3 road maintenance. The procurement targets three primary delivery locations: Junction Hwy 45/32 (6,500 tons), Junction Hwy 14/56 (2,000 tons), and Junction Hwy 81/20 (1,300 tons). The Invitation to Bid (ITB) requires vendors to submit a unit price per ton, inclusive of all transportation and delivery charges, with pricing firm for 180 days from the award date. Bids will be evaluated based on price and performance history, with deliveries required between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM Monday through Friday, excluding state holidays. The bid opening is scheduled for February 26, 2025, at 2:00 PM Central Time via Webex, with questions due by February 5, 2025, and responses posted by February 12, 2025. Performance testing will be conducted with samples taken in 200-ton increments to ensure compliance with Nebraska Department of Transportation Standard Specifications.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The contract will be for a one-year term, with the state reserving the right to extend beyond the initial period upon mutual agreement. While no incumbent vendors are identified, the contract is not exclusive, allowing the state to contract with multiple sources. The document provides for potential price increases with 30 days written notice and supporting documentation. Vendors are required to provide certified weight tickets for each load and can optionally bid on additional locations across eight districts, with pricing calculated per loaded ton-mile. The estimated annual usage of 9,800 tons is not guaranteed as a minimum or maximum quantity. The procurement allows for flexibility, with vendors able to propose pricing for the primary locations and optional additional delivery sites throughout Nebraska.