Benton County 2026 Guardrail Materials Request For Bid - 2026 RFB-11
Benton CountyCounty · Bentonville, AR- Due
- Mar 19, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 1, 2026
- Primary contact
- Aliam Vue
- (479) 268-9652
The 30-second brief
Benton County Government is requesting annual bids for new guardrail materials meeting Arkansas Highway Dept. Specifications, Section 617. Required items include Type A, 12.5' and 25' straight and curved guardrail, Type 1 turndown, flared ends, thrie beam terminals and rail sections, posts and hardware for thrie beams, guardrail terminal Type 2, 6' guardrail post, nuts, and bolts. Bids are due by March 19, 2026, at 2:00 pm CST (local time) and must be submitted as one hard copy and one electronic copy on a USB flash drive to the Benton County Administration Building, Properties Office, 215 E. Central Ave, Room 310, Bentonville, AR 72712. Evaluation parameters include specialized experience, capacity and capability, past performance, and firm's proximity to the project area.
New Type A, 12.5' Straight, 12.5' Curved, 25' Straight, 25' Curved, Type 1 Turndown, Flared End, Thrie Beam Terminal, Thrie Beam Rail Sections, Posts for Thrie Beams, Hardware for Thrie Beams, Guardrail Terminal Type 2, 6' Guardrail Post, Nuts, Bolts
Specialized experience and technical competence, Capacity and capability of the firm, Past record of performance, Firm’s proximity to and familiarity with the area
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Summary
Benton County Government is requesting annual bids for new guardrail materials meeting Arkansas Highway Dept.
Specifications, Section 617. Required items include Type A, 12.5' and 25' straight and curved guardrail, Type 1 turndown, flared ends, thrie beam terminals and rail sections, posts and hardware for thrie beams, guardrail terminal Type 2, 6' guardrail post, nuts, and bolts. Bids are due by March 19, 2026, at 2:00 pm CST (local time) and must be submitted as one hard copy and one electronic copy on a USB flash drive to the Benton County Administration Building, Properties Office, 215 E. Central Ave, Room 310, Bentonville, AR 72712. Evaluation parameters include specialized experience, capacity and capability, past performance, and firm's proximity to the project area.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Specialized experience and technical competence
- Capacity and capability of the firm
- Past record of performance
- Firm’s proximity to and familiarity with the area
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
15- New Type A
- 12.5' Straight
- 12.5' Curved
- 25' Straight
- 25' Curved
- Type 1 Turndown
- Flared End
- Thrie Beam Terminal
- Thrie Beam Rail Sections
- Posts for Thrie Beams
- Hardware for Thrie Beams
- Guardrail Terminal Type 2
- 6' Guardrail Post
- Nuts
- Bolts
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Vendor References
- Statement of Disclosure & Primary Contact Information
- Authorized Signature
- Authorized Negotiator Form
- Submit to
- Benton County Administration Building, Properties Office, 215 E. Central Ave, Room 310, Bentonville, AR 72712
- Scope location
- Bentonville, AR
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Benton County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 19, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Benton County Administration Building, Properties Office, 215 E. Central Ave, Room 310, Bentonville, AR 72712. For questions, contact Aliam Vue.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Benton County 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 Aliam Vue at (479) 268-9652. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: New Type A, 12.5' Straight, 12.5' Curved, 25' Straight, 25' Curved, Type 1 Turndown, Flared End, Thrie Beam Terminal, Thrie Beam Rail Sections, Posts for Thrie Beams, Hardware for Thrie Beams, Guardrail Terminal Type 2, 6' Guardrail Post, Nuts, Bolts. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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: "Specialized experience and technical competence, Capacity and capability of the firm, Past record of performance, Firm’s proximity to and familiarity with the area" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Benton County?
All active and historical solicitations from Benton County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Benton County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: Vendor References, Statement of Disclosure & Primary Contact Information, Authorized Signature, Authorized Negotiator Form. Review the full document from Benton County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Bentonville, AR. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.