Clean Cinders

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) Northeast District is soliciting bids for the procurement and delivery of Clean Cinders to its Kirksville location through Invitation for Bid (IFB) number IFB605NE4002404. The procurement specifically requires screened Wet Bottom Boiler Slag and/or Air Cooled Blast Furnace Slag, preferably black or brown in color, with precise material specifications including a maximum size of 1/8" and less than 3% fines passing the No. 200 sieve. Vendors must commit to delivering a minimum of 250 tons per day, excluding weekends and holidays, with deliveries subject to MoDOT representative approval. The bid will be awarded on an "All or Nothing" basis to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with the solicitation period running from May 29, 2024, at 9:00 PM GMT to June 19, 2024, at 6:00 PM GMT. Evaluation criteria will include compliance with material specifications, delivery capabilities, pricing, and overall responsiveness to the bid requirements. Liquidated damages of $250 per day per item may be assessed for late deliveries, and all materials must conform to the 2023 Missouri Standard Specifications for Highway Construction.

The MoDOT strongly encourages participation from Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) and Women Business Enterprises (WBE), with specific participation goals of 10% MBE and 5% WBE. While no specific incumbent vendor is mentioned, the bid documents indicate that the quantity listed represents MoDOT's best estimate of needs, with the department reserving the right to increase or decrease quantities at the bid unit price. Payment terms are set at Net 30 days, with a single full payment to be made after complete delivery and receipt of a correct invoice, and no partial payments will be permitted. Vendors must maintain adequate liability insurance naming the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission (MHTC) and MoDOT as additional insureds. While no specific contract value is explicitly stated, the requirements for daily minimum delivery of 250 tons suggest a substantial procurement opportunity. Service-Disabled Veteran Enterprises (SDVEs) are also encouraged to participate, though specific preferences are not detailed in the solicitation documents.