MoDOT SE Pug Mill Aggregate

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) Southeast District has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for Pug Mill Aggregate to be supplied and delivered to maintenance lots in Douglas, Oregon, Ozark, and Howell counties. The procurement seeks limestone aggregate meeting specific gradation requirements outlined in Section 1004 of the 2017 Missouri Standard Specification for Highway Construction. Deliveries will be made to six maintenance facilities in Alton, Ava, Dora, Gainesville, Willow Springs, and West Plains, with estimated quantities ranging from approximately 5,000 to 7,000 tons per location. The total estimated aggregate quantity is around 35,584 to 41,608 tons. The contract requires a minimum daily delivery of 500 tons, with material to be inspected at the plant before deliveries begin. Bids were due by September 20, 2018, with a contract period from Notice to Proceed through April 30, 2019. The evaluation criteria include pricing for both plant pickup and delivery options, with award to be made on a line-item basis to the lowest and best bidder.

The solicitation encourages Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and Women Business Enterprise (WBE) participation, with goals of 10% MBE and 5% WBE involvement. Additionally, Service-Disabled Veteran (SDV) businesses are encouraged to participate, and domestic product preferences apply. Bidders must be registered in the MissouriBUYS eProcurement system and provide proof of lawful employment practices. The contract includes provisions for potential cooperative purchasing by other Missouri political entities, allowing counties, cities, and other government bodies to potentially leverage the pricing. Liquidated damages of $500 per day per item may be assessed for late deliveries, and MoDOT reserves the right to adjust quantities by up to 40% prior to award. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the total estimated value of the aggregate procurement is substantial, spanning multiple maintenance facilities across four counties. Payment terms are set at Net 30 days, with Free on Board (FOB) destination freight terms.