MoDOT Sodium Chloride Replenishment - Regular & Treated for Northwest District

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) is soliciting bids for Sodium Chloride Replenishment for its Northwest District through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) numbered IFB605CO24000782. The procurement seeks qualified vendors to provide both regular and treated sodium chloride (road salt) with specific material requirements including precise gradation, sodium chloride percentage, and moisture content specifications. Bids are due on November 2, 2023 at 2:00 PM CDT and can be submitted electronically through MissouriBUYS or via hard copy with prior approval. The contract period runs from the Notice of Contract Award through April 30, 2023, with delivery requirements mandating that vendors complete deliveries within 15 calendar days after receiving an order. Vendors must provide detailed pricing for each location in the Northwest District, and MoDOT will evaluate bids per location, selecting the lowest responsive bidder while considering both regular and treated salt pricing. Delivery specifications include requirements for waterproof salt covering, planned delivery schedules, and MoDOT representative presence during deliveries.

The solicitation encourages participation from Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) and Women Business Enterprises (WBE), with specific participation goals of 10% MBE and 5% WBE. Vendors must submit a bid bond or equivalent for 5% of the bid amount and will be required to provide a 100% performance bond if awarded the contract. MoDOT reserves the right to limit the tonnage awarded to any single vendor based on the vendor's stated maximum capacity and may prioritize orders to address the most critical needs. The contract allows for cooperative purchasing by Missouri counties, cities, and other political entities, expanding potential utilization beyond the initial scope. Price adjustments for fuel costs are permitted, and liquidated damages of 1% per day (up to 30%) may be assessed for late deliveries. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the procurement indicates the potential for significant salt quantities, with vendors required to supply no less than 120% of awarded quantities per location and potentially negotiate additional quantities up to 110% of the contract price.