Rock Aggregate Products

The Suwannee River Water Management District is seeking bids for the supply of various rock aggregate products on an as-needed basis throughout the contract period, which extends until September 30, 2026, with an option to renew for an additional year. The procurement emphasizes materials meeting or exceeding Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) standards, with prices to be guaranteed for one year and submitted via an electronic bid process through DemandStar by October 2, 2025. Selection will primarily be based on the lowest responsive bid considering both price and proximity from the mine to the project site, with preferences given to minority and veteran-owned businesses in case of bid ties. The contract is structured as an indefinite delivery requirement, with no fixed quantities specified, and the delivery point is at the supplier’s mine, where materials will be loaded onto District trucks. Regulatory and contractual provisions are governed by Florida statutes and District policies, explicitly referencing laws related to public entity crimes, scrutinized companies, nondiscrimination, and drug-free workplace requirements, but no FAR or DFARS clauses are incorporated. The contract emphasizes strict adherence to bid submission deadlines, protest procedures, and communication restrictions during the solicitation period. It also specifies that materials must meet FDOT specifications, though quotes for non-compliant materials are also requested. The bid response form requires detailed pricing per material type, separated for FDOT and non-FDOT materials, with no attachments or separate specifications beyond the FDOT standards. Overall, the contract prioritizes compliance, transparency, and competitive pricing within a framework of Florida law and District policies, with no explicit packaging, marking, or inspection procedures detailed beyond the material standards and loading at the mine.