ABC, Class B RIP RAP, and 57 Stone for Crowther Boating Access Area

The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission is seeking a qualified vendor under solicitation 17-RQ321693JP to provide structural support materials for the Crowther Boat Access Area boat ramp. The contract requires the delivery of 700 tons of Aggregate Base Course (ABC) Stone, 350 tons of Class B RIP RAP Stone, and 200 tons of #57 Stone to 965 Hannah Ferry Rd., Salisbury, NC 28144. All materials must be delivered Free-On-Board (FOB) Destination within 45 consecutive calendar days of receiving the purchase order. Specific quality standards apply, including an LA Abrasion test result of less than 45 for all stone and a requirement that ABC Stone consist only of granite or slate, as marl is prohibited. Additionally, the agency will not accept deliveries from semi-trucks with dump trailers. Bids must be submitted via the NC eProcurement Sourcing Tool by November 6, 2026, at 2 PM ET and must remain valid for 120 days. The award will be based on the best value, evaluating factors such as cost, completeness, and suitability for the intended use. Selected vendors must provide evidence of registration with the NC Secretary of State within 10 business days of award and comply with various certifications, including E-Verify for employers with more than 25 employees and federal lobbying disclosures. Payment is contingent upon inspection and acceptance by the Contract Manager, with invoices requiring detailed fields including the NC Contract Number and buyer's order number.