Hot-Mix Asphalt (HMA) Supply

The contract entails the supply of WSDOT-certified hot-mix asphalt from a plant that meets all regulatory and quality standards, ensuring compliance with state specifications for road construction projects. The contractor is responsible for submitting and obtaining approval of the asphalt mix design prior to production, maintaining detailed batch records for every load, and delivering materials on a just-in-time basis directly to the designated paving site in Whatcom County to support uninterrupted construction operations. All materials must adhere strictly to WSDOT guidelines, and documentation must be accurate and readily available for audit or inspection purposes. Delivery schedules are tightly coordinated to align with paving crew availability, minimizing delays and material degradation. The subcontract is issued under NAICS code 324121, indicating the focus on asphalt paving and related materials manufacturing. Although the solicitation and response deadline are listed as the same date, indicating a pre-arranged or direct award scenario, the contract remains subject to all WSDOT contractual obligations including quality control, reporting, and performance benchmarks. The agency overseeing the contract is the Washington State Department of Transportation, with performance expected exclusively within Whatcom County.