Rapid Set DOT Cement products

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) Southwest District is seeking a single vendor to provide Rapid Set DOT Cement products on an "As Needed / If Needed" basis through a competitive bidding process. The solicitation (IFB605SW22001388) requires vendors to supply specific cement products, including Rapid Set DOT Cement in 2,000-pound super sacks and bulk quantities, as well as Rapid Set DOT Concrete Mix in 3,000-pound super sacks. Additional set control products in 25-gram pouches and 35-pound pails are also part of the procurement. The products must meet rigorous technical specifications, including conformance to ASTM C1600 standards, with requirements for compressive strength, tensile strength, scaling resistance, and freeze-thaw performance. The cement must be ready for traffic and loading within one hour under normal conditions and have a twelve-month shelf life. The bid period runs from February 15, 2022, to March 1, 2022, at 2:00 PM CST, with all responses required to be submitted electronically through the MissouriBUYS Statewide eProcurement System. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder on a firm fixed-price basis, with a contract period from award through March 31, 2023, and options for three one-year renewals.

The solicitation encourages participation from Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) and Women Business Enterprises (WBE), with specific participation goals of 10% MBE and 5% WBE. Service-Disabled Veteran (SDV) businesses are also encouraged to participate, and there are provisions for a 10% price preference for American-made products on purchases over $25,000. Vendors must be registered in MissouriBUYS with an approved status and must be either manufacturers or authorized dealers of the products being bid. The contract includes cooperative purchasing provisions, allowing Missouri counties, cities, and other political entities to potentially utilize the contract. While no specific incumbent vendor is mentioned, the solicitation allows for price escalation after the first six months with proper documentation and MoDOT approval. Although no explicit budget range is provided, pricing will be based on a per-pound basis for the specified cement and concrete mix products, with all shipping and freight charges included in the unit pricing. The procurement approach suggests MoDOT is seeking a comprehensive, cost-effective solution for its Rapid Set DOT Cement product needs across the Southwest District.