Liquid & Emulsified Asphalts

Ellis County, Texas, is issuing a sealed‑bid solicitation for an annual term contract to purchase and deliver a wide range of liquid and emulsified asphalt products that meet TxDOT Item 300 specifications. The contract will cover multiple asphalt grades (CRS‑2, CRS‑2H, MS‑2, HFRS‑2, RC‑250, AC‑5, AC‑10, AC‑15P, AC‑15XP, MC‑30, CRS‑1P, P2 Prime, etc.) and requires vendors to provide certified mill‑test reports, maintain product temperature during transport, and deliver to five county precincts. Vendors must have direct refinery or plant supply agreements, insulated tanker fleets with heating capability, and be able to issue detailed invoices (unit price, haul rate, demurrage, etc.). The award will be based on the lowest responsive and responsible bid, evaluated on total delivered cost and ability to meet temperature and schedule requirements. • Supplies a full portfolio of liquid and emulsified asphalt grades for road construction and maintenance. • Must meet TxDOT Item 300 specifications and provide mill‑test documentation on request. • Deliveries to five specific precinct locations in Ellis County with at‑least two‑hour advance notice. • Requires insulated, heated tanker fleet and proof of source on TxDOT’s Material Producer List. • Pricing evaluated on unit price plus haul rate; lowest total delivered cost wins. • Contract term is annual with options for price adjustments after 180 days and demurrage provisions. • Bid deadline 1 Oct 2026; questions due 16 Sep 2026.