Rock aggregate products

The Suwannee River Water Management District has issued Invitation to Bid (ITB) No. 24/25-018 OPS for Rock Aggregate Products, seeking to purchase various rock aggregate materials from suppliers throughout the year on an as-needed basis. The procurement covers multiple rock aggregate types, including FDOT-approved and non-FDOT approved products such as road base, entrance stone, #89, #57, #5, and #4 rock classifications, as well as specialized materials like rip rap, bank and shore boulders, and clean fill. Suppliers are required to quote prices per ton for loading materials onto District contract trucks at their mine site, with selection based on bid price and proximity to the job location. The solicitation is geographically focused on Sumter County and Clewiston City in Florida, with bid packages due electronically through DemandStar before 9:00 a.m. on October 2, 2025. Key dates include a September 29, 2025 deadline for submitting questions, and the contract pricing will be guaranteed for one year, ending September 30, 2026, with an option to renew for an additional year under the same or more favorable terms.

The procurement encourages participation from minority business enterprises and includes a veteran-owned business preference, demonstrating a commitment to diverse supplier engagement. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the solicitation suggests a flexible, ongoing procurement model where materials will be purchased on an as-needed basis throughout the contract period. The District emphasizes fair competition and appears open to multiple suppliers who can meet the technical specifications and pricing requirements. No incumbent vendors are mentioned in the documentation, and there are no apparent technology integration requirements beyond the standard loading and delivery processes. The contract offers suppliers the opportunity to provide rock aggregate materials to a water management district, with potential for continued business through the initial one-year term and possible one-year renewal, making it an attractive opportunity for qualified rock aggregate producers in the Florida region.