D1 Rapid Set Ready Mix Concrete

The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), District 1, is seeking bids for fast setting ready mix concrete by county to be used for repairs as needed. The Invitation for Bid (IFB) establishes a term contract for the availability of this concrete, with an initial term upon execution through June 30, 2022, and options to renew for up to 3 additional 12-month terms. Bids must be submitted electronically through the BidBuy system by the Bid Due Date of October 29, 2021. The IFB provides details on ordering, delivery, and pricing, including an economic adjustment clause based on the Producer Price Index. The contract will be awarded by county to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.

The solicitation contains a 13% Business Enterprise Program (BEP) participation goal and a 0% Veteran Small Business (VSB) goal. Vendors must either meet the entire BEP goal through self-performance, utilize certified BEP/VSB subcontractors to fully meet the goal, or request a waiver and demonstrate good faith efforts. The selected vendor's utilization plan will become a material part of the resulting contract, and compliance will be required throughout the term. No incumbent vendors or budget ranges were provided in the solicitation documents.