KDOT Reinforcing Steel and Parts - Salt Storage

The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) is seeking bids for a Reinforcing Steel and Parts procurement associated with a Salt Storage improvement project located in Stockton, Rooks County, Kansas. The Request for Quote (RFQ) with Bid Event Number EVT0010246 was posted on March 25, 2025, with proposals due by April 15, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST. The procurement specifically requires epoxy-coated Grade 60 reinforcing steel with various dimensions and bends, including additional components such as bolsters, bar supports, and bar ties. Bidders must submit proposals electronically to Procurement@ks.gov and complete mandatory forms including immigration reform certification, sexual harassment policy acknowledgment, and anti-boycott declarations. The project requires comprehensive pricing on a turn-key completion basis with FOB Destination terms, and the delivery location is the Kansas Department of Transportation at 315 S. Cypress, Stockton, KS 67669, with delivery coordination through District Superintendent Kenneth Stewart.

The contract opportunity includes several set-aside and preference provisions, specifically highlighting potential advantages for disabled veteran-owned businesses and certified businesses. Bidders must obtain a current Tax Clearance Certificate and comply with state and federal anti-discrimination laws. No monetary bid guarantee is required, and the procurement includes specific requirements for covered telecommunications equipment. While no incumbent vendors are explicitly mentioned, the project involves standard salt storage shed construction with precise engineering specifications detailed in accompanying technical drawings. The procurement allows for competitive bidding, with the state reserving the right to accept or reject any bids and waive minor specification deviations. Though a specific award value is not disclosed, the procurement involves a single line item with a quantity of 1 unit to be delivered across various Kansas sites, suggesting a project-specific budget aligned with standard KDOT infrastructure improvement allocations.