ODOT District 14: John Day Highway Rock Production

The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) District 14 is procuring a rock production contract for the John Day Highway project located in Grant County. The procurement involves producing and stockpiling aggregate materials, specifically 4,000 cubic yards of 3/8" - No. 4 aggregate by July 1, 2022, and an additional 6,000 cubic yards of the same material by May 1, 2023, with final project completion required by October 15, 2023. The project will utilize the Sproul Quarry as the mandatory material source, with specific requirements for quarry development, operation, and site restoration. Bidders must demonstrate experience through references for three comparable projects and comply with all specifications outlined in the Invitation to Bid (ITB). The bid was posted on April 6, 2022, with a submission deadline of April 18, 2022, and will be processed through the OregonBuys eProcurement system. Bidders are required to have a written policy preventing sexual harassment and discrimination, and must meet performance standards specified in the ITB.

No specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises were explicitly mentioned in the procurement documents. The estimated total bid value, based on preliminary results, is approximately $582,800, with Harney Rock & Paving submitting the initial bid. Mobilization costs were estimated at $78,400, and the aggregate material was priced at $50.20 per cubic yard. The contract includes provisions for potential price and supply chain volatility, with pricing to remain effective for a minimum of one year if awarded. Liquidated damages of $600 per calendar day will be assessed for failure to meet substantial completion dates. The contract includes standard terms and conditions covering areas such as conflict of interest, inspection, invoicing, compensation, and compliance with laws. No information was provided about incumbent vendors or specific integration requirements with existing infrastructure or technology.