Contract Summary
Prefabricated and Modular Bridges
TARIFFS: No tariffs have been approved for this Contract. Any additional fees proposed by the Contractor are not authorized or allowed. Please return invoices for correction to the Contractor, and also inform DES Contract Administrator Julie Hannah of any additional fees not allowed or authorized.
Cooperative Purchasing Agreement or Contract Scope
This Contract is for the purchase of prefabricated and modular bridges. It is available for use by Washington state agencies and parties to the Statewide Contract Usage Agreement for political subdivisions, including Oregon political subdivisions.
Categories:
This Cooperative is divided into 3 separately awarded categories:
Category 1: Vehicle Bridges
Category 2: Weathered Steel Trail Bridges
Category 3: Fiberglass Trail Bridges
Restrictions
This Contract is only for purchase of prefabricated and modular bridges. This Contract is not for installation, etc. For installation, etc, please consult your agency's Public Works (Capital Works Project) division as such procurements are typically under a different RCW (39.04) and procurement department.
Resources for Projects with Public Works Elements
The DES Engineering and Architectural Services (E&AS) Team provides a wide range of professional Architectural/Engineering and Public Works contracting services and maintains an on-call consultant roster. For details about DES Public Work Team and it services, visit DES E&AS.
Local governments, special purpose districts, and other political subdivisions of the state may also find assistance via the Municipal Services Research Center (MRSC) webpage. This website provides links to resources and services provided by MRSC in relation to purchasing, bidding, and contracting in Washington State.
ALL public agencies must follow their particular jurisdiction’s laws, rules, and expectations for projects that may include any Public Works elements.
How to Use this Contract
1. Review the contractor section below once you have determined which category of bridge you need.
2. Consult the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for common questions on this contract.
3. Contact the sales representative directly to consult about the vendor’s products and services.
4. This is a project-based contract and there is no pricing sheets listed on the contract. Purchaser shall notify the Contrator(s) the exact bridge type and specifications needed and the Contractor will provide a quote with cost of the bridge.
It is highly recommended Purchasers seek two (2) quotes, when there are multiple Contractors to choose from the awarded Contractors. Since this was a competitively bid contract, secondary competitive solicitations are not required. Obtaining two (2) quotes is a best practice to allow for comparison. Purchasers would not be subject to the Delegated Authority limits for these contracts for these quotes as they are purchases from Enterprise Services approved contracts.
5. Reference DES Statewide Contract No. 23723 on your purchase order.
6. Purchaser’s are encouraged to complete the contractor feedback form Vendor and Contract Performance Feedback. Enterprise Services values Purchaser's comments on both positive/excellent experiences and areas for improvement. Purchaser's feedback is essential throughout the DES Statewide Contract term.
7. Contact the Contract Administrator Julie Hannah for assistance or any questions.
Awarded Contractors
Awarded Categories: Category 3 Fiberglass Trail Bridges
Arete Structures, LLC.
Adam Felmlee | adam@aretestructures.com | (814) 591-6109
John Mauney | john@aretestructures.com | (828) 284-0666
Cooperative Purchasing Agreement
Awarded Categories: Category 3 Fiberglass Trail Bridges
Meltar Supply, LLC.
Tara Kramer | tara@meltarsupply.com | (503) 957-2840
Brandon Weyant | bweyant@pultrude.com | (814) 289-1476
Cooperative Purchasing Agreement
Awarded Categories: Category 1 Vehicle and Category 2 Weathered Steel Trail Bridges
Contech Engineered Solutions, LLC.
Vanessa Ledezema | vanessa.ledezma@conteches.com | (972) 590-2022
Doug Myers | doug.myers@conteches.com | (253) 797-8293
Cooperative Purchasing Agreement
DES has ensured this procurement meets RCW 39.26, follows State of Washington Current Procurement Policies, follows DES procurement process, and DES has determined that entering into this master contract will be in the best interest of the State of Washington.
Cooperative Purchasing Agreement or Contract Scope
This Contract is for the purchase of prefabricated and modular bridges. It is available for use by Washington state agencies and parties to the Statewide Contract Usage Agreement for political subdivisions, including Oregon political subdivisions.
Categories:
This Cooperative is divided into 3 separately awarded categories:
Restrictions
This Contract is only for purchase of prefabricated and modular bridges. This Contract is not for installation, etc. For installation, etc, please consult your agency's Public Works (Capital Works Project) division as such procurements are typically under a different RCW (39.04) and procurement department.
Resources for Projects with Public Works Elements
The DES Engineering and Architectural Services (E&AS) Team provides a wide range of professional Architectural/Engineering and Public Works contracting services and maintains an on-call consultant roster. For details about DES Public Work Team and it services, visit DES E&AS.
Local governments, special purpose districts, and other political subdivisions of the state may also find assistance via the Municipal Services Research Center (MRSC) webpage. This website provides links to resources and services provided by MRSC in relation to purchasing, bidding, and contracting in Washington State.
ALL public agencies must follow their particular jurisdiction’s laws, rules, and expectations for projects that may include any Public Works elements.
How to Use this Contract
1. Review the contractor section below once you have determined which category of bridge you need.
2. Consult the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for common questions on this contract.
3. Contact the sales representative directly to consult about the vendor’s products and services.
4. This is a project-based contract and there is no pricing sheets listed on the contract. Purchaser shall notify the Contrator(s) the exact bridge type and specifications needed and the Contractor will provide a quote with cost of the bridge.
It is highly recommended Purchasers seek two (2) quotes, when there are multiple Contractors to choose from the awarded Contractors. Since this was a competitively bid contract, secondary competitive solicitations are not required. Obtaining two (2) quotes is a best practice to allow for comparison. Purchasers would not be subject to the Delegated Authority limits for these contracts for these quotes as they are purchases from Enterprise Services approved contracts.
5. Reference DES Statewide Contract No. 23723 on your purchase order.
6. Purchaser’s are encouraged to complete the contractor feedback form Vendor and Contract Performance Feedback. Enterprise Services values Purchaser's comments on both positive/excellent experiences and areas for improvement. Purchaser's feedback is essential throughout the DES Statewide Contract term.
7. Contact the Contract Administrator Julie Hannah for assistance or any questions.
Awarded Contractors
Awarded Categories: Category 3 Fiberglass Trail Bridges
Arete Structures, LLC.
Adam Felmlee | adam@aretestructures.com | (814) 591-6109
John Mauney | john@aretestructures.com | (828) 284-0666
Cooperative Purchasing Agreement
Awarded Categories: Category 3 Fiberglass Trail Bridges
Meltar Supply, LLC.
Tara Kramer | tara@meltarsupply.com | (503) 957-2840
Brandon Weyant | bweyant@pultrude.com | (814) 289-1476
Cooperative Purchasing Agreement
Awarded Categories: Category 1 Vehicle and Category 2 Weathered Steel Trail Bridges
Contech Engineered Solutions, LLC.
Vanessa Ledezema | vanessa.ledezma@conteches.com | (972) 590-2022
Doug Myers | doug.myers@conteches.com | (253) 797-8293
Cooperative Purchasing Agreement
DES has ensured this procurement meets RCW 39.26, follows State of Washington Current Procurement Policies, follows DES procurement process, and DES has determined that entering into this master contract will be in the best interest of the State of Washington.
Effective Date: 10-05-2024
Est. Annual Worth: $1,000,000
Current Term Ends On: 10-04-2027
Final Term Ends On: 10-04-2031
Commodity Code(s):
155-07, 155-08, 570-65, 155-72
Diversity: 0% WBE 0% MBE
# of Bids Received: 3
Vendor and Contract Performance Feedback Form
Please send an email request to the Contract Manager for copies of any submitted feedback
See the list of customers and vendors for the contract
Who Can Use This Contract?
- Arete Structures Contract
- Contech Engineered Solutions Contract
- Meltar Supply Contract
- 23723 QA's
- Arete - RcvdBids
- Bid Tab 23723 WEBS
- Contech - RcvdBids
- Meltar - RcvdBids
- 23723 Competitive Solicitation
- 23723 Exhibit A1 - Bidder's Certification
- 23723 Exhibit A2 - Bidder's Profile
- 23723 Exhibit B1 - Specification Requirements
- 23723 Exhibit B2 - Desired Qualifications
- 23723 Exhibit C - Bid Price
- 23723 Exhibit D - Coop Purchasing Agreement
- 23723 Exhibit F - Diverse Business Inc Plan
- 23723 FAQ
| Vendor | Vendor # | OMWBE | Small Business | Veteran | Considerations / Preferences | Award Type |
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| ARETE STRUCTURES LLC | W64171 |  |
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| CONTECH ENGINEERED SOLUTION LLC | w83669 | Main | ||||
| MELTAR SUPPLY | W84307 | W | |
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- W = OMWBE Certified Women Owned |
- MW = OMWBE Certified Minority Women Owned
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