Ready Mix Concrete

Portage County, Wisconsin is seeking bids to establish a contract for ready mix concrete to support various Highway Department projects through its Purchasing Department. The procurement encompasses concrete materials for pavement construction, pavement repairs and replacements, concrete curb and gutter, sidewalk, and related concrete construction applications. Bidders must submit unit prices per cubic yard for different concrete grades and types using the provided Bid Offer Form, with submissions due by 2:00 PM on April 5, 2022, at 1462 Strongs Ave, Stevens Point, WI 54481. Qualified bidders must have at least three years of experience in ready mix concrete, provide three references from comparable institutions, maintain a WisDOT-approved batch plant, and carry a minimum of one million dollars in commercial liability and motor vehicle insurance coverage. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting specifications, with delivery timeliness as a secondary consideration. The initial contract term runs from the award date through December 31, 2022, with three optional one-year renewal periods available through mutual agreement. Vendors must submit questions in writing by March 25, 2022, to Karen Kluck, Procurement Specialist, at kluckk@co.portage.wi.us.

The procurement does not explicitly indicate any set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Concrete materials must strictly comply with Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) current Section 415, 416, and 501 Standard Specifications, with all materials and batch plants requiring WisDOT approval. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, contractors must quote prices in U.S. dollars and include all transportation, delivery, and associated fees, with same-day delivery required. The bid documents do not specify a precise budget range or total contract value, but pricing will be evaluated on a per cubic yard basis for different concrete grades. Contractors must hold accepted costs firm for the entire contract period, with any price adjustments requiring County approval and requiring supporting documentation of industry-wide increases. The procurement appears to be structured as an indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract, allowing Portage County to order concrete materials as needed throughout the project period.