Polymer Modified Emulsified Asphalt (CRS2P) for Chip Seals

The Missouri Department of Transportation is requesting bids for approximately 25,635.46 gallons of Polymer Modified Emulsified Asphalt (CRS2P) for chip seals on Route W in Washington County under IFB CD 0000000054SL, with bids due August 19, 2026 at 2:00 PM Central Time. The award will be a Blanket Purchase Agreement with indefinite term and pricing extended through completion of chip seal work if weather delays the program, with work planned to begin August 24–25, 2026.

The material must comply with Missouri Standard Specifications for Highway Construction and specification MGS9406F, which establishes detailed viscosity, sieve, distillation, penetration, ductility, and solubility requirements. Suppliers must calibrate platform scales within one year prior to delivery, with certification from the Missouri Department of Agriculture, a designated state sealer, or a commercial scale service company, and bear all calibration and disposal costs for rejected materials.

MoDOT applies a Buy American preference under sections 34.350–34.359, RSMo, providing up to 10 percent preference for qualifying U.S.-manufactured products. Vendors must complete the applicable Buy American certification table detailing manufacturing origin and, for foreign products claiming eligibility, the applicable trade treaty or law providing duty/tariff-free entry. All vendors meeting the company definition with ten or more employees must complete the State of Missouri Anti-Discrimination Against Israel Act certification under Section 34.600, RSMo, certifying non-participation in boycotts of Israel, Israeli businesses, or persons conducting business in Israel.

Bidders must be registered in MissouriBUYS (Powered by MOVERS) prior to award. Pricing shall be submitted on a cost-per-gallon basis, FOB Destination freight prepaid. Payment terms are Net 45 days. Required insurance includes General Liability of at least $600,000 per person and $4,000,000 aggregate, Business Automobile Liability of $600,000 per person and $4,000,000 aggregate, and Missouri Workers' Compensation coverage. MoDOT encourages Minority Business Enterprise and Women Business Enterprise participation and requests indication of Service-Disabled Veteran involvement where applicable. Suppliers must comply with Executive Order 07-13 regarding E-Verify enrollment and employment of authorized workers. Exhibit A (Annual Worker Eligibility Verification Affidavit) and Exhibit B (Affidavit of Lawful Presence) must be notarized and submitted as conditions for contract eligibility. No pre-bid conference or site tour is scheduled.