RFQ 8216-g - guardrail supplies

The Kansas Turnpike Authority is soliciting competitive bids through Request for Quote 8216-G for the procurement of guardrail supplies and associated components. The materials specification sheet details quantities including 100 units of 25-foot guardrail sections, 20 units of thrie rail sections, routed wood blocks, posts, bolts, washers, nuts, end treatments, and related hardware, with delivery required to two locations: Wichita (9401 E Kellogg Dr., Wichita, KS 67207) and Topeka (3939 SW Topeka Blvd., Topeka, KS 66609). Vendors must submit a signed RFQ copy, a completed Guardrail Spec Sheet with any noted variations, a detailed vendor-supplied quote sheet, and the pricing sheet (Bid Table BT-26FV) along with lead time and delivery information through the KTA's Bonfire Initiative e-procurement portal at https://ksturnpike.bonfirehub.com/portal/. The KTA will evaluate bids based on conformance to specifications, variance reviews, and bid pricing; notably, the lowest bid price does not guarantee award. The procurement timeline includes an emailed notification on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, questions due by Friday, May 15, 2026, bid closing on Monday, May 25, 2026, and bid award anticipated by Monday, June 1, 2026. Upon award, vendors must deliver all orders complete and provide sufficient training and necessary information to KTA end-users; all quoted prices must be net of federal excise, state, county, and local sales taxes. Technical inquiries should be directed to Michael Cummings at mcummings@ksturnpike.com.

No specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises or restrictions limiting organization types are detailed in the procurement documents provided. Substitutions for SRT (RSI) and MSKT (RSI) supplies are strictly prohibited, while all other product details not specifically listed in the specifications require pre-approval from the KTA Procurement Team, indicating the buyer's flexibility within defined parameters. The Kansas Turnpike Authority reserves the right to waive technicalities under the stated specifications and retains ownership of all submitted materials subject to disclosure under the Kansas Open Records Act. No incumbent vendors, existing contract information, or specific budget ranges are identified in the available documentation. The RFQ references a 2026 Guardrail Price Sheet containing detailed pricing specifications and requirements that govern the solicitation terms and acceptable bid submissions.