ITB 4506 - Annual Sand and Black Dirt

The Invitation to Bid (ITB) No. 4506 is a procurement opportunity issued by the City of Midland's Department of Public Services for annual sand and black dirt supplies. The contract, spanning from March 1, 2025, through February 28, 2026, seeks approximately 10,000 tons of Class II sand and 800 tons of screened black dirt to be delivered to the Municipal Service Center and Midland Cemetery. Bidders must meet specific requirements, including providing sand that meets MDOT Standard Specifications for "Granular Material, Class II" from an approved sand pit, with the City reserving the right to inspect and approve the pit prior to delivery. The minimum delivery quantity is one truck load (25 tons), and deliveries must be completed within 24 hours of order placement. Sealed bids are due by 2:00 PM on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, with technical questions directed to Melissa Farley, Public Services Manager, at (989) 837-6908. Bid documents are available for download from the Michigan Inter-Governmental Trade Network (MITN) Purchasing Group Website, requiring registration to access plans and specifications.

The procurement does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The City of Midland reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids, waive irregularities, and award the contract in the best interests of the city. While specific award values are not detailed in the documentation, bidders are required to submit unit prices for both sand and black dirt, which will likely factor into the evaluation and selection process. No incumbent vendors or existing technology integration requirements are mentioned in the available documentation. Interested vendors must carefully review the bid specifications, ensure compliance with MDOT standards, and be prepared to meet the delivery and quantity requirements outlined in the ITB. The procurement is open to qualified vendors capable of supplying the specified materials within the defined contract period and meeting the city's operational needs.