Precast Concrete Box Bridge

The State of Maine Office of State Procurement Services is seeking quotations for a precast concrete box bridge through a Request for Quotations (RFQ) on behalf of the Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Conservation. The procurement involves acquiring one precast concrete reinforced, open bottom bridge structure with specific technical requirements, including a 30-foot total running surface length, 7'6" width by 2' height clear inside opening, and a maximum weight of 10,000 pounds per piece. The bridge must be capable of supporting legal highway loads and include integrated concrete curbs, cast-in lift hooks, 5,000 PSI concrete cured for 5 days prior to delivery, and 1-foot high footer blocks with integrated grooves. Quotations are due on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, by 4:00 p.m. local time through the state's electronic procurement system (AdvantageME/VSS), with delivery required to 3642 Rockwood Road, Rockwood, ME by early September 2025. The state will evaluate submissions on a best value basis, with lowest price being the primary factor among conforming specifications. Bidders must provide pricing on a Free on Board (FOB) destination basis, with separate pricing for optional engineer's stamp and delivery costs, and specify delivery timeframes in calendar days from contract award.

There are no specific set-aside designations mentioned in the procurement documents, indicating the opportunity is open to all qualified vendors. The state reserves the right to negotiate additional units at the bid price for six months after the initial award. Successful bidders will execute either a State of Maine Buyer Purchase Order or Master Agreement, with net 30 payment terms and a requirement that quotations remain valid for 180 days from the bid opening. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the procurement suggests a potential contract value for at least one precast concrete box bridge unit, with the possibility of additional units being purchased within six months. The document does not specify any incumbent vendors or existing infrastructure requirements for integration. Vendors will need to provide a comprehensive quotation that meets the technical specifications, demonstrates the ability to deliver the bridge within the specified timeframe, and offers competitive pricing to maximize their chances of being selected for the contract.