DOTD Asphaltic Mixture F/Hot Application

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is seeking bids for asphaltic mixture for hot application through Invitation to Bid #3000024220, specifically targeting contractors who can produce asphalt mixtures meeting precise technical specifications for road maintenance and construction. The procurement is primarily focused on St. Martin Parish and covers three distinct asphalt mixture types: Regular Mix, PG70-22M, and PG76-22M, with bids to be submitted by February 14, 2025, at 10:00 AM CST. Contractors must have DOTD-certified plants and use approved materials from the DOTD Approved Materials List for both aggregates and asphaltic materials. The contract period will run from March 1, 2025, through August 31, 2025, with pricing submitted per ton and unit prices not exceeding two decimal places. Award determination will prioritize bidders with certified plants closest to job sites, with mileage computed at $0.15 per mile for the first 41 miles and $0.75 per mile thereafter. No specific quantities are guaranteed, and DOTD reserves the right to increase or decrease quantities throughout the contract term.

The procurement does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must submit their proposals using one of three delivery methods: hand delivery, courier service, or U.S. Postal Service to DOTD's Procurement Section in Baton Rouge. The contract includes a cooperative purchase agreement allowing state agencies, political subdivisions, and quasi-state agencies to potentially purchase from the awarded contract. While no specific budget range is provided, the comprehensive technical specifications suggest significant infrastructure investment, with detailed requirements for material composition, testing, and performance. The procurement offers flexibility through a cooperative purchasing option, whereby bidders can choose to extend contract terms to other eligible entities. Approved suppliers for this contract include major industry players like Hunt-Southland Refining, Marathon Petroleum, Valero Marketing and Supply, Ergon Refining, and Martin Asphalt Company, as listed in the Approved Materials List dated January 24, 2025.