Polymer Modified Emulsified Asphalt (CRS2P) For Chip Seals

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB605CD25000011) for the procurement of 106,713 gallons of Polymer Modified Emulsified Asphalt (CRS2P) for chip seals in Phelps, Pulaski, and Maries Counties. The procurement is specifically for a specialized asphalt emulsion to be used in road maintenance chip seal projects, with deliveries scheduled between July 22 and July 31, 2024, subject to weather conditions. Vendors must submit electronic bids through the MissouriBUYS Statewide eProcurement System by July 16, 2024 at 2:00 PM CDT, with all pricing to be submitted FOB Destination. The asphalt material must comply with the 2024 Missouri Standard Specifications for Highway Construction and will be subject to random sampling and testing to verify quality and quantities. Key requirements include material certification, delivery documentation, and the ability to pump material into permanent storage tanks, pugmills, or state-owned distributors for a flat fee of $39.00. Evaluation will focus on the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with pricing to remain firm for the duration of the contract period.

The solicitation encourages significant participation from Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) and Women Business Enterprises (WBE), with specific goals of 10% MBE and 5% WBE participation. Service-Disabled Veteran (SDV) and Service-Disabled Veteran Business (SDVE) participation is also encouraged. The contract includes a Buy American preference, with a 10% price preference for products manufactured or produced in the United States, and vendors must provide information on any goods not domestically produced. Cooperative purchasing provisions allow Missouri counties, cities, and special road districts to potentially utilize the contract pricing, though MoDOT will not be responsible for orders, delivery, or payment for these entities. The solicitation requires vendors to maintain specific insurance coverages, including general liability ($600,000 per person/$4,000,000 per occurrence), business automobile liability, and workers' compensation insurance. While no specific incumbent vendor is mentioned, MoDOT reserves the right to increase or decrease quantities as needed, with Net 30 payment terms. The estimated total value of the contract is not explicitly stated, but centers on the procurement of 106,713 gallons of specialized asphalt emulsion.