Horseshoe Bar Quary Chip Rock Production

The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) is soliciting bids for the Horseshoe Bar Quarry Chip Rock Production project, identified by solicitation number S-73000-00017723. The project requires the blasting, production, and stockpiling of 16,000 cubic yards of 3/8 inch to No. 4 graded medium chip aggregate. The work will be performed at the Horseshoe Bar Reservoir Quarry, located approximately 16 miles south of Riley on US395D in Harney County, Oregon. The contract is anticipated to last one year, with a final delivery deadline of June 1, 2027. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with a 5 percent preference applied to goods and services fabricated or processed entirely in Oregon. Qualified bidders must demonstrate at least three years of experience in providing similar services and provide three comparable project references. The agreement is a fixed-price contract with payment based on full completion, typically processed within 30 calendar days of invoice receipt via ACH direct deposit. All goods are provided F.O.B. destination, and the contractor maintains liability for loss or damage until final inspection and acceptance by ODOT. Contractors must adhere to the 2024 Oregon Standard Specifications for Construction and comply with DOGAMI operating permits, OSHA safety requirements, and prevailing wage rates. Required insurance includes Commercial General Liability and Workers Compensation, with the State of Oregon and its agencies named as additional insureds. Bids must be submitted electronically through the OregonBuys portal, including a signed bid cover sheet and certifications regarding tax compliance, conflict of interest, and non-discrimination policies.