Crushed Stone RFP

Solicitation 2026-16 is a request for sealed bids to supply crushed stone to the Dorchester County Department of Public Works for a two-year period from November 2026 through November 30, 2028. The contract includes an option for a one-year extension at the same pricing, subject to supplier approval and a 30-day notice. Estimated annual requirements include 600 tons of AASHTO #3/MD #2, 400 tons of AASHTO #57/MD #6, 4,000 tons of Washed AASHTO #8/MD #7, 1,000 tons of AASHTO #10/MD #10, and 2,000 tons of MD CR6/GASAB. All materials must adhere to Maryland State Highway Administration specifications, with a specific requirement that #10 graduation contains at least 9% 200 mesh material. Delivery must commence within two weeks of notification, with the capacity to provide daily quantities of approximately 300 tons. Bids are due by 3:00 P.M. on November 9, 2026, and must be submitted via the Standard Bidding Form to the Dorchester County Council Office bid box. Required submission documents include a bid bond equal to 5% of the total bid, an Affidavit of Qualification to Bid, a W9, and a certificate of insurance. Award decisions will be based on the lowest or best bid, considering price, quality, delivery time, bidder reliability, and experience. The successful contractor must provide a performance bond for the total bid amount and must be able to bill for fuels free of excise and sales taxes due to the county's tax-exempt status. Invoices are payable within 30 days and must be supported by delivery tickets that match the invoice.