Fall Aggregate

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB605CO19000029) for Fall Aggregate delivery to various district locations in the Kansas City, Northeast, and Northwest Districts. The procurement seeks multiple aggregate types including Spec 3 Aggregate for Surfacing, Cinders (Coal Slag), Spec 8 Aggregate for Base, Spec 5 Snow and Ice Control Chips, Spec 6A Natural Sand, and Spec BR2 Blanket Rock. Quantities range from 100 to 3,000 tons per location, with total estimated volumes exceeding 50,000 tons. The bid solicitation requires vendors to be registered on the MissouriBUYS procurement system and submit pricing on a per-ton basis, FOB destination. The bid submission period runs from July 10, 2018, to August 1, 2018, at 3:00 PM CDT, with contract completion dates varying between September 15, 2018, and October 31, 2018, depending on the specific district and item. Delivery requirements include a minimum of 500 tons per day during normal working hours, with specific restrictions on delivery times and methods.

The solicitation encourages Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and Women Business Enterprise (WBE) participation, with specific goals of 10% MBE and 5% WBE involvement. A bid bond or certified check for 5% of the bid amount is required, and the successful bidder must provide a 100% performance and payment bond. Service-disabled veteran-owned businesses are also encouraged to participate. The contract includes provisions for potential fuel price adjustments and liquidated damages of $250 per day per item for late deliveries. While no specific incumbent vendor is mentioned, the solicitation allows for cooperative purchasing, enabling Missouri counties, cities, and other political entities to potentially utilize the resulting contract. The bid provides for potential quantity adjustments of up to 40% prior to award, offering flexibility in procurement. Payment terms are set at Net 30 days, and all materials must conform to the Missouri Standard Specifications for Highway Construction (2018 Edition).