Arkansas Department of Transportation Pretreated Rock Salt & Bulk Rock Salt Bid M-27-003K
- Due
- Jul 28, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 15, 2026
- Primary contact
- Kerri Grider
- (501) 569-2667
The 30-second brief
The Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) is soliciting electronic sealed bids for the procurement of Pretreated Rock Salt and Bulk Rock Salt (Summer Prefill) under solicitation M-27-003K. The scope includes delivery to various statewide locations including District and Area Headquarters in Wynne, Gilmore, West Memphis, Marianna, Brinkley, Pine Bluff, Stuttgart, and others. All material must be delivered between the Date of Award and October 30, 2026, with no Friday deliveries permitted. Requirements include a $500.00 bid bond and a $2,000.00 performance bond for successful bidders. Bids must be submitted via Bid Express by July 28, 2026, at 11:00 AM CDT.
Lowest unit price per location
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Summary
The Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) is soliciting electronic sealed bids for the procurement of Pretreated Rock Salt and Bulk Rock Salt (Summer Prefill) under solicitation M-27-003K. The scope includes delivery to various statewide locations including District and Area Headquarters in Wynne, Gilmore, West Memphis, Marianna, Brinkley, Pine Bluff, Stuttgart, and others.
All material must be delivered between the Date of Award and October 30, 2026, with no Friday deliveries permitted. Requirements include a $500.00 bid bond and a $2,000.00 performance bond for successful bidders. Bids must be submitted via Bid Express by July 28, 2026, at 11:00 AM CDT.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest unit price per location
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Eligible Bidder Certification (Attachment A)
- Contract and Grant Disclosure and Certification Form
- Certificate For Boycott and Illegal Immigrant Restrictions
- Bid Bond
- Submit to
- Electronic via Bid Express; physical address for bonds: 11302 West Baseline Road, Little Rock, AR 72209
- Scope location
- Statewide, Arkansas
- Reported agency
- Arkansas Department of Transportation
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Department of Transportation | State of Arkansas?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 28, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Electronic via Bid Express; physical address for bonds: 11302 West Baseline Road, Little Rock, AR 72209. For questions, contact Kerri Grider.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Department of Transportation | State of Arkansas in AR, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Kerri Grider at (501) 569-2667. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest unit price per location" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Department of Transportation | State of Arkansas?
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What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Eligible Bidder Certification (Attachment A), Contract and Grant Disclosure and Certification Form, Certificate For Boycott and Illegal Immigrant Restrictions, Bid Bond. Review the full document from Department of Transportation | State of Arkansas for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Statewide, Arkansas. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.