Limestone Rock Asphalt (Grade 1, Type D)

Denton County, Texas, has issued an Invitation to Bid (ITB #25-2876) for Limestone Rock Asphalt (Grade 1, Type D), seeking suppliers to provide materials compliant with the 2024 Standard Specifications for Construction and Maintenance of Highways, Streets, and Bridges. The procurement targets rock asphalt that meets specific Texas State Department of Highways standards, with deliveries required to two county facilities: Masch Branch and Union Hill. Bidders must submit electronic proposals through the Denton County Bonfire Portal by September 4, 2025, at 2:00 PM CDT, with a contract term spanning from October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2026. The county will consider two additional one-year renewal terms, and suppliers must be prepared to deliver materials within five business days of order receipt. Evaluation criteria include comprehensive pricing, transportation costs (evaluated at $0.10/ton/mile), and compliance with technical specifications, with the county reserving the right to accept or reject bids based on its best interests.

The solicitation does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions on vendor participation, suggesting the opportunity is open to qualified suppliers meeting the technical and insurance requirements. Successful bidders must provide comprehensive insurance coverage, including worker's compensation (minimum $500,000 public liability and $300,000 automobile liability). The contract includes cooperative purchasing provisions, allowing other governmental entities to potentially utilize the agreement. Price adjustments may be considered annually based on the Producer Price Index Series PCU2123122123120 for crushed and broken limestone. While no specific budget range is detailed, the procurement appears to be an as-needed contract with compensation based on actual quantities purchased. Vendors must submit a completed Price Proposal Form, three references, and a Vendor Acknowledgment Form, with a question period running from August 15, 2025, at 5:00 PM CDT through August 25, 2025, at 2:00 PM CDT.