MoDOT Southeast 2023 Spring Aggregate Chip Rock

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) and the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission (MHTC) are seeking bids for Spring Aggregate Chip Rock material through an Invitation for Bid (IFB605SE23001868). The procurement is specifically for Trap Rock (Crushed Porphyry Aggregate) to be delivered to multiple locations throughout the Southeast District of Missouri, with quantities ranging from 410 to 5,200 tons per location, totaling approximately 33,615 tons. Bidders must provide pricing for both pickup and delivery options, with material requirements conforming to Missouri Standard Specifications for Highway Construction Section 1003 Grade A2. The bid period runs from February 9, 2023, to February 23, 2023, with bids due by 10:00 AM CST on February 23, 2023. Contractors must deliver a minimum of 500 tons per day during normal business hours, with no deliveries permitted from 30 minutes before sundown to sunrise or on weekends and holidays without specific authorization. Evaluation will be based on the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with potential deductions of 20% per testing category for non-compliance, not to exceed 60% of the invoice amount.

The procurement encourages participation from Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) and Women Business Enterprises (WBE), with goals of 10% MBE and 5% WBE participation through subcontractors, suppliers, or joint ventures. There are no specific restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond, but bidders must meet technical specifications and provide required documentation. The contract includes provisions for fuel price adjustments and domestic product preferences, with a 10% preference for materials manufactured or produced in the United States. While no specific incumbent vendors are mentioned, the solicitation allows bidders to indicate a maximum aggregate quantity they are willing to accept under the award. Although a precise budget range is not specified, the total estimated value of the procurement is approximately 33,615 tons of aggregate material. Contractors must maintain insurance coverage, including general liability of $500,000 per person and $4,000,000 per occurrence, automobile liability with similar limits, and workers' compensation coverage.