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

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT), Central District is seeking bids for polymer modified emulsified asphalt (CRS-2P) for chip seals specifically in Miller County, with an estimated procurement quantity of 65,000 gallons. The Invitation for Bid (IFB605CD20000136) was posted on July 22, 2019, with bids due by July 25, 2019 at 11:00 AM CDT, and anticipated delivery of materials beginning July 29, 2019, weather permitting. Vendors must be registered with the MissouriBUYS procurement system to participate and must provide pricing on a per-gallon basis, FOB destination. Delivery requirements include a minimum of 500 tons per day, with strict limitations on delivery times (no deliveries from 30 minutes before sundown to sunrise or on weekends/holidays without specific authorization). Evaluation criteria will focus on lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all specifications, with MoDOT reserving the right to increase or decrease the ordered quantities as needed. The contract includes detailed provisions for delivery scheduling, sampling, testing, and quality control procedures.

The solicitation strongly encourages Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) participation at 10% and Women Business Enterprise (WBE) participation at 5%, which can be achieved through subcontractors, suppliers, joint ventures, or other arrangements. There are no specific set-aside designations or restrictions limiting respondent types beyond the MissouriBUYS registration requirement. The contract includes provisions for cooperative purchasing, allowing Missouri counties, cities, and other political entities to potentially purchase under the same terms. A flat fee of $39.00 may be charged when pumping is required into storage tanks, and payment terms are Net 30 days. Demurrage charges of $135 per hour will be applied for state-caused unloading delays beyond 1.5 hours, and the state will similarly charge vendors $135 per hour for late deliveries. While no specific incumbent vendor information is provided, the solicitation indicates this is a one-time purchase to support the chip seal program in Miller County, with no guaranteed purchase quantity specified.