IFB 159462 - reinforcing steel

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) has issued an Unsealed Invitation for Bids (UIFB #159462) for the procurement of reinforcing steel to be delivered to the VDOT Verona Residency. The solicitation covers the purchase of reinforcing steel that must conform to AASHTO M 344M/M 334-17 specifications, specifically uncoated, corrosion-resistant, deformed and plain chromium alloyed billet-steel bars with a minimum yield stress of 100 ksi. The steel must be CRR Class I and delivered in bundles clearly tagged with project number and mark information, with detailed schedules specifying various steel bar marks (SC through SC7 and SV), including bar sizes #4 through #9, lengths ranging from 3'-1" to 25'-9 7/8", and specific pin diameters. Bidders are required to submit manufacturer certification and mill analysis documentation upon delivery, with materials to be delivered between 8:00 AM and 3:00 PM Monday-Thursday by February 25, 2025. The bid submission deadline is January 27, 2025, at 2:00 PM EST/EDT, with questions accepted until January 30, 2025, at 3:00 PM EST/EDT. The contract period runs from the date of award through February 25, 2025, and is non-renewable.

The procurement includes specific set-aside provisions favoring Disadvantaged Small Business Development (DSBSD) certified businesses, with priority given to micro businesses for bids under $10,000 and small businesses for bids under $100,000, provided prices are deemed fair and reasonable. The solicitation will result in a single purchase order for reinforcing steel to be used in Arlington County and Virginia Beach City, with a Notice of Award already issued to Magee and Associates LLC for Contract No. 0001298985. Bidders must submit electronically through eVA (Virginia's electronic procurement system), with transaction fees of 1% capped at $500 for certified small businesses and $1,500 for non-certified businesses. The contract requires bidders to identify recycled content in plastic materials and submit detailed documentation, including normal and emergency contact information, manufacturer details, and shipping points. While specific pricing is not disclosed, the bid will be awarded on a grand total basis, with all freight and delivery charges to be included as FOB destination pricing. VDOT will be responsible for unloading the materials upon delivery.