This contract is a competitive Request for Bid (RFB‑12) issued by Benton County, Arkansas, for the supply of a variety of metal culvert types (round, arch, and band) in multiple sizes, all required to meet AASHTO standards and be listed on the Arkansas Highway and Transportation Department’s Qualified Products List. Bidders must submit hard‑copy and electronic versions, include freight in pricing, and deliver to the County Road Department or a job‑site within a 50‑mile radius. The contract was awarded to SOUTHWEST SALES INC. after the bid deadline of February 26 2025.
• Scope: Provide metal culverts (round, arch, band) of specified gauges and diameters, priced per foot, freight‑included, with delivery to designated locations.
• Procurement: Full and open competition (RFB) with unit‑price pricing; no “truck‑load only” bids allowed.
• Evaluation: Based on experience, capacity, past performance, and proximity; award to a qualified vendor meeting all technical and regulatory requirements.