Epoxy Coated and Black Steel Reinforcement

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) Division of Purchases issued a Request for Bids (RFB 605-1900000310) for epoxy coated and black steel reinforcement materials to be distributed across 12 districts, with Elliott County as a jurisdiction of focus. The procurement solicits bids for 24 line items including steel reinforcement bars (rebar) in sizes #3 through #8 in both uncoated and epoxy-coated finishes at 1,000 pounds per line item, tie wire rolls, steel wire ties, 2-inch rebar chairs, and steel reinforcement bending services for bars in sizes #3 through #8. All materials must conform to sections 602 and 811 of the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet Department of Highways Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction. Bidders must submit sealed bids by November 29, 2018, at 10:00 a.m. EST to the KYTC Division of Purchases at 200 Mero Street, 4th Floor, Frankfort, Kentucky, with written questions due by November 20, 2018, and responses posted by November 21, 2018. Award decisions will be made on a district-by-district basis using a "best value" evaluation methodology with price as the sole measurable criterion (100 points), with a tentative award date of December 5, 2018. Vendors must bid all 24 line items within any selected district to be considered responsive; failure to do so will result in rejection. The contract period is effective upon award through May 31, 2019, with optional extension periods available by mutual written agreement.

Kentucky resident bidders claiming resident bidder status must submit the Required Affidavit for Bidders claiming Resident Bidder Status, while nonresident bidders must provide a certificate of authority to transact business in Kentucky. All bidders must submit required affidavits regarding campaign finance compliance, tax obligations, and other statutory requirements. Pricing must be submitted on a per-unit basis with all quotes F.O.B. destination to delivery locations specified on delivery orders, and a minimum order of 5,000 pounds of steel reinforcement is required. Deliveries will be received Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. EST, with one percent per day deducted from invoices for missed delivery dates, and payment will be made within 30 working days of receipt of goods and invoice. Price increases are prohibited during the first 12 months of the contract, with only one price increase permitted thereafter subject to written justification of industry-wide price changes. No specific budget or award value is disclosed in the solicitation documents.