ITB - Gap Quarry Chip Rock Production

The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) is seeking a qualified contractor to produce 10,500 cubic yards of 3/8" graded chip seal aggregate from the Gap Quarry, located approximately 17 miles west of Riley in Harney County. The project involves excavating and processing rock materials from an existing quarry site north of the Central Oregon Highway (US20) at Mile Post 87.16, with specific requirements for handling existing loose shot material and managing oversize materials. Contractors must carefully review the site narrative, drill hole logs, and project plans, and are strongly encouraged to conduct an on-site visit before submitting a bid. The Invitation to Bid (ITB) requires electronic submission through the OregonBuys eProcurement system by May 2, 2023, with delivery of materials required no later than December 1, 2023. ODOT anticipates selecting the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, though they reserve the right to award to multiple contractors. Evaluation will focus on pricing, contractor capabilities, and compliance with project specifications outlined in the 2021 Oregon Standard Specifications for Construction.

While no specific set-aside designations are prominently highlighted, the contract does require contractors to maintain certifications for disadvantaged, minority-owned, woman-owned, service-disabled veteran-owned, or emerging small business categories. The bid tabulation reveals pricing ranging from $25.63 to $63.99 per cubic yard, with three initial bidders: Taylor Northwest, LLC, 4-R Equipment, LLC, and Harney Rock & Paving Co. No incumbent vendor is explicitly identified, and the contract does not specify a precise budget range beyond the estimated 10,500 cubic yards of aggregate production. Contractors must provide their own water source, manage environmental protection, comply with blasting regulations, and be responsible for complete site cleanup, including removal of all structures, debris, and equipment. The contract term is anticipated to be one year or until all contractor obligations are fulfilled, with ODOT maintaining the ability to award contracts to additional bidders for up to nine months following the solicitation close.