Spec 6A Natural Sand

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) Northeast District is seeking a vendor to supply and deliver 2,500 tons of Spec 6A Natural Sand to their Palmyra location in Northeast Missouri. This Invitation for Bid (IFB605NE24001277) requires the procurement of creek sand (washed) that meets specific Section 1002 quality requirements and precise gradation specifications. Deliveries must be a minimum of 250 tons per day, with no deliveries permitted on weekends or holidays without specific authorization. Vendors must provide a planned delivery schedule at least two business days before starting delivery, and the award will be made on an "All or Nothing" basis to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. The bid submission period runs from December 28, 2023, to January 16, 2024, at 1:00 PM CST, with all unit prices required to include delivery costs and be quoted on a firm, fixed basis. Material must conform to the 2023 Missouri Standard Specifications for Highway Construction, and MoDOT will conduct quality control testing with potential price deductions for non-compliance.

The solicitation encourages Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and Women Business Enterprise (WBE) participation, with specific goals of 10% MBE and 5% WBE involvement through subcontractors, suppliers, or joint ventures. Vendors must maintain adequate liability insurance, with the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission (MHTC) and MoDOT listed as additional insured parties. Payment terms are Net 30 days, with full payment made after complete delivery and receipt of a correct invoice, and no partial payments will be permitted. Liquidated damages of $250 per day per item may be assessed for late deliveries. While no specific incumbent vendor is mentioned, the solicitation includes provisions for service-disabled veteran preferences and American-made product considerations. For purchases over $25,000, bidders who can certify their goods are manufactured in the United States or imported under qualifying agreements may be entitled to a 10% price preference. Though a specific budget range is not provided, the total estimated contract value is approximately 2,500 tons of natural sand.