High Density Overlay (HDO) Plywood

The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD), through the Idaho Division of Purchasing (DOP), is initiating a contract for bids from qualified vendors to supply high density overlay plywood (HDO Plywood) for highway sign usage. The focused aim is to maintain superior quality roadway signage across Idaho, ensuring both safety and efficiency within the state's transportation systems. This contract requires the provision and delivery of HDO Plywood that adheres to stringent quality standards suitable for highway signage. The specifications include the requirement for 'Exterior' Type Grade plywood with Highway HDO (B-B or better on both sides), natural in color. Each plywood panel is expected to have the APA trademark edge branding, verifying compliance with set standards. The plywood also features a phenolic resin-based overlay system, comprising cellulose fiber sheets with at least 45% resin solids. The finished surface is required to be hard, smooth, and intact, without any additional finishing needed. There is an emphasis on plywood inner plies being restricted to Group 1 species, with specific instructions on allowable core gaps and splits. An eight-inch by eight-inch sample must be submitted at no cost before contract awarding. The initial duration of the contract extends over two years, with an option for renewal or extension through mutual agreement that may lead to a total duration up to five years. Delivery location is designated to the ITD SSL Shop situated at 8150 Chinden Blvd., Coffey Gate 3, Boise, Idaho. The value estimate for this contract ranges from $500,000 to $1,500,000, providing a significant opportunity for vendors meeting the required specifications.