Crushed Stone & Gravel (2025)

Dane County, Wisconsin is seeking bids for crushed stone and gravel through Request for Bid (RFB) No. 2025-RFB-005, released by the County Highway & Transportation Department. The procurement covers various stone, gravel, and aggregate materials, including 3/4" Crushed Stone (estimated 4,500 tons) and 1-1/2" Washed Stone (estimated 1,500 tons), to be delivered to Dane County Landfill Site #2 in Madison. Vendors must provide loaded pricing per ton, with delivery expectations of 24-36 hours after order placement, and occasionally same-day delivery for orders placed before noon. The bid requires vendors to complete a detailed pricing spreadsheet, specifying rates for different material types, delivery scenarios, and disposal services. Key deadlines include vendor questions due by March 5, 2025, and final proposal submissions required by March 12, 2025, at 2:00 pm. The county will evaluate bids based on lowest price, product availability, and proximity to project sites, with the contract effective for one calendar year from the purchase order or contract execution date.

The procurement includes several vendor qualifications and preferences, with a notable emphasis on local businesses. Dane County has provisions favoring Locally Based and Owned Vendors, Locally Operated Vendors, and those offering goods made in Dane County, surrounding counties, or Wisconsin. Vendors must provide a W-9, demonstrate compliance with fair labor practices, and maintain comprehensive insurance coverage, including Commercial General Liability ($1,000,000 per occurrence), Commercial/Business Automobile Liability, Environmental Impairment Liability, and Workers' Compensation insurance. While specific award values are not explicitly stated, the estimated material quantities suggest a significant procurement opportunity. The county reserves the right to award bids on a per-item or total net bid basis and encourages vendors to offer products with recycled content. Additional requirements include non-discrimination commitments, sustainability principles, and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, indicating a comprehensive and socially responsible procurement approach.