RIDOT Los Angeles Abrasion Machine

The Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) is seeking a vendor to provide a single Los Angeles Abrasion Machine for testing aggregate used in highway construction projects. This procurement, identified as RFQ23002770, is specifically for one machine that will be delivered to the DOT Materials facility located at Two Capitol Hill, Room 018, in Providence, Rhode Island. The solicitation was released on April 24, 2023, with responses due by May 15, 2023, at 11:30:00 AM EDT. A vendor question and answer period is open from April 24, 2023, at 11:45:00 AM EDT until May 8, 2023, at 2:00:00 PM EDT, during which potential bidders can submit inquiries through the Ocean State Procures system. Vendors are required to register in the Ocean State Procures system and submit detailed specifications with their bid proposals, even when bidding the brand-specified machine. The procurement requires vendors to provide comprehensive insurance coverage, including $1,000,000 in general liability per occurrence, workers compensation, and automobile liability.

The solicitation includes specific set-aside requirements for minority and women-owned business enterprises (MBE/WBE), mandating that a minimum of 10% of the total contract value must be awarded to certified MBE/WBE firms. All vendors must complete a certification questionnaire covering potential conflicts of interest, legal issues, and ownership disclosures. While no specific incumbent vendor is mentioned, the state reserves the right to make single or multiple awards at its sole discretion and may reject any or all bids. The estimated total value of the contract is not explicitly specified in the solicitation documents. Vendors must be prepared to provide proof of insurance, comply with affirmative action requirements, and agree to the state's general terms and conditions. Delivery of the Los Angeles Abrasion Machine will be on a Free On Board Destination basis to the RIDOT Materials location in Providence, Rhode Island.