RFB MnDOT for Polyester Polymer Concrete Kits

The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) Metro District is soliciting bids for Polyester Polymer Concrete (PPC) Kits to support bridge deck repairs, specifically seeking 8 kits totaling approximately 272 cubic feet of product. The procurement is a formal bid process, with responses required through the SWIFT Supplier Portal by May 21, 2025, at 10:52 AM Central Time. Acceptable manufacturers include Kwik Bond PPC 1121 and SikaPronto-500 PPC, with delivery to the Forest Lake Bridge Maintenance Group at 22010 Everton Ave N, Forest Lake, MN. The PPC kits must meet rigorous performance specifications, including high early strength, rapid curing abilities, capability to return traffic within 1.5-3 hours, and zero coulombs permeability. Evaluation criteria emphasize product technical specifications, with products designed for bridge deck overlay, patching, and joint header applications. The contract term is set from May 21, 2025, to June 30, 2025, with potential one-month extension, and contractors must provide 48-hour advance delivery notice.

The solicitation includes robust diversity and inclusion provisions, offering preferences for Minnesota-based small businesses owned by minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with substantial physical disabilities. Veteran-owned and service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses can receive up to a 12% preference in the procurement process. The state has implemented strict requirements regarding prohibited substances, restricting materials containing triclosan, coal tar, polybrominated diphenyl ether, and intentionally added PFAS. The estimated total contract value is $27,000, with pricing set at $1.00 per Polyester Polymer Concrete Kit, though this is not a guaranteed minimum or maximum commitment. Contractors are responsible for all associated fees, including duties, custom fees, permits, licenses, and taxes. Vendors requiring assistance with registration or bid submission can contact Vendor Assistance at (651)201-8100, option #1. The procurement emphasizes local and diverse business participation while maintaining stringent technical and environmental standards.