Aramid Fiber Reinforcement Supply

The contract calls for the supply of 350 pounds of aramid fiber to be integrated into asphalt mixtures with the goal of enhancing crack resistance and overall structural durability for road construction applications. The material will be used specifically in Clarendon, South Carolina, as part of a Department of Transportation initiative to improve pavement longevity and performance under heavy traffic and environmental stress. The fiber’s unique tensile properties are intended to reduce rutting and thermal cracking, thereby extending the service life of the asphalt surface and lowering maintenance costs over time. This is a subcontract under the NAICS code 325998, which covers other chemical product and preparation manufacturing, indicating the fiber is a specialized industrial input rather than a finished product. The solicitation was posted on August 11, 2026, with the same date as the response deadline, suggesting either a posting error or an expedited procurement process. The South Carolina Department of Transportation is the contracting agency, and the location of performance is limited to Clarendon, though no further detail is provided on delivery specifications, testing requirements, or quality assurance protocols. The absence of point of contact or set-aside information implies the opportunity may be open to general industry bidders without preference for small, minority, or veteran-owned businesses.