Various Sand, Gravel, Aggregate Base and Decomposed Granite Materials

The County of Orange, OC Community Resources, is requesting competitive bids for various sand, gravel, aggregate base, and decomposed granite materials for delivery to Orange County Parks facilities, with bids due November 2, 2026 at 2:00 PM via the County's online bidding system. A 5% preference deduction applies to certified Orange County Local Small Businesses (OCLSB) or Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises (DVBE), with an 8% preference available for businesses certified as both.

The scope encompasses six primary material types—Aggregate Base Class 2, Washed Concrete Sand, Fill Sand, Pea Gravel, 1/2-1-1/2 Gravel, and Decomposed Granite—for delivery to 31 designated park locations throughout Orange County. Materials are priced on a per-ton basis including all labor, transportation, overhead, and profit. Delivery is available Monday through Friday from 6:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with emergency delivery capability for special circumstances. Orders must be placed one working day in advance. The model contract also permits miscellaneous commodity purchases (Angel Mix, brick dust, compost, seed topper, playground sand, riprap) up to $15,000 per order. Contractors must comply with Standard Plans for Public Works Construction (2024 Edition) and Standard Plans for Orange County Public Works Department (2018 Edition), and must maintain commercial general liability of $1 million per occurrence, automobile liability of $1 million combined single limit, and statutory workers' compensation coverage.

The contract term is three calendar years effective May 1, 2027. Pricing must be submitted on a firm, per-ton basis with no increases permitted during the first year; subsequent adjustments require documented cost increases and 60 days' advance notice. All price decreases automatically extend to the County. Bids remain valid for 365 days following the solicitation closing date. Award will be made to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder. Performance and labor/material payment bonds are required. All bids must be submitted electronically; no other form of submittal will be accepted.