Polymer Modified Emulsified Asphalt (CRS-2P) for Chip Seals

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) Central District has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) seeking polymer modified asphalt emulsion (CRS-2P) for chip seals in Moniteau, Cooper, and Howard Counties. The procurement seeks an estimated 176,000 gallons of CRS-2P to be delivered between June 10-20, 2019, with this being the second in a series of bids planned through July 2019. The bid is specifically for pricing and delivery of the asphalt emulsion, with all vendors required to be registered on the MissouriBUYS procurement system to access full solicitation details. The bid opening period runs from May 29, 2019 to June 5, 2019 at 11:00 AM CDT, with pricing to be effective for the specified delivery period. Evaluation criteria will focus on the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all mandatory specifications, with delivery terms specified as FOB destination and payment terms set at net 30 days.

The solicitation encourages participation from Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) and Women Business Enterprises (WBE), with specific participation goals of 10% MBE and 5% WBE through subcontractors, suppliers, or joint ventures. Service-Disabled Veteran (SDV) businesses are also given preference, and vendors must disclose any goods or products not manufactured in the United States. While no specific total contract value is provided, the estimated quantity of 176,000 gallons indicates the potential scale of the procurement. MoDOT reserves the right to increase or decrease quantities as needed, and pricing must remain valid for 90 days from the bid opening. The solicitation also includes provisions for cooperative purchasing, allowing Missouri counties, cities, and other political entities to potentially purchase under the same terms. Vendors are expected to provide comprehensive pricing that includes all packing, handling, and shipping charges, with the understanding that MoDOT does not guarantee the purchase of any specific quantity.