Spec 6A Natural Sand

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) Northeast District is soliciting bids for an Invitation for Bid (IFB605NE24001103) to supply and deliver Spec 6A Natural Sand to maintenance facilities in Kirksville and New Cambria, Missouri. The procurement requires a vendor to deliver a total of 800 tons of natural sand, specifically 500 tons to the Kirksville location and 300 tons to the New Cambria location. The sand must meet Section 1002 quality requirements for Fine Aggregate, with specific gradation parameters for creek sand (washed). Delivery is strictly regulated, requiring a minimum of 250 tons per day, with no deliveries permitted on weekends or holidays without authorization, and a MoDOT representative must be present during all deliveries. The bid period runs from December 4, 2023, to December 19, 2023, with bids due by 1:00 PM CST on December 19, 2023. The contract will be awarded on an "All or Nothing" basis to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with pricing to include all delivery costs (FOB Destination). Liquidated damages of $250 per day per item may be assessed for late deliveries.

The solicitation encourages participation from Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) and Women Business Enterprises (WBE), with specific participation goals of 10% MBE and 5% WBE. Service-Disabled Veteran Enterprises (SDVE) may also receive preferential consideration. While no specific incumbent vendors are mentioned, the contract includes provisions for vendor insurance requirements and MoDOT's right to inspect materials from manufacture through delivery. Payment terms are Net 30 days, with payment made in full after complete delivery and receipt of a correct invoice, and no partial payments will be permitted. Although the exact award value is not explicitly stated, the procurement involves 800 tons of sand with delivery costs included in the unit pricing. The contract does not include renewal options, and MoDOT reserves the right to increase or decrease quantities as needed. For purchases over $25,000, the Buy American Act applies, potentially providing a 10% price preference for domestic products.