INTRODUCTION
The city of Salem is soliciting bids from qualified concrete delivery vendors to supply up to 100 yards of concrete
for a 6-month bid.
Any questions regarding this request should be addressed to Lloyd Sanderson, construction@salemmo.com, 573-
453-0206. Please check our website at https://www.salemmo.com/city/government/bids/index.php for the latest
updates to this packet prior to submitting your bid.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
The City of Salem, Missouri, is in the middle of the Missouri Ozarks. The most recent US Census, American
Community Survey estimates approximately 4,677 residents. The City of Salem, Missouri, is a fourth-class city and
operates under a Mayor/Board of Aldermen/City Administrator form of government, providing a wide variety of
public services, including police, parks and recreation, a municipal airport, street maintenance, electric, water and
wastewater treatment services.
SPECIFICATIONS
Vendor shall deliver/furnish the following concrete product for the established pricing:
Minimum specifications:
• Six (6) sack/bag mix of concrete per cubic yard for the 6 month period of September 15, 2026 –
March 15, 2027
• Agreement to make notification of delivery time as accurately as possible
• Bids for a six month period of September 15, 2026-March 15, 2026.
All vendors who are interested in submitting a quote for concrete pricing are required to provide the following
information:
• Concrete (6 sack/bag mix) price per cubic yard for a 6-month period (Sept 15, 2026 to March 15,
2027
• Specify any warranty available
• Quote for the concrete pricing including delivery to within the City of Salem, MO 65560 city limits
The City reserves the right to reject any or all quotes submitted, waive any informalities or irregularities in the
quotes received, and to accept any quote which, in the opinion of the City, is in the best interest of the City.
SCHEDULE
Every effort will be made to adhere to the following schedule regarding this proposal, although it may be altered at
the City’s convenience.
Release of advertisements of RFB
Deadline for questions
Proposal submission deadline
Bid Opening @ City Hall
202 N. Washington St., Salem, MO 65560
Final Selection & Board Approval
August 10, 2026
August 17, 2026
August 19, 2026 @ 3 PM
August 19, 2026 @ 3:15 PM
August 25, 2026
BID SUBMISSION AND AWARD
Submission
All proposals must be received by the City Clerk, City of Salem, Missouri, 400 N Iron Street, Salem, Missouri 65560
prior to 3:00 p.m., Central Standard Time, on August 19, 2026.
Bid opening will be at 3:15 pm on August 19, 2026 at the City Hall Council Chambers, 202 N. Washington St., Salem,
MO. NOTE** Two different addresses for submittal and bid opening.
• Bids shall be submitted on the forms provided and must be manually signed by the individual authorized to
legally bind the company. Additional documentation may be submitted with the Bid form.
• Bids shall be submitted in a sealed envelope that is clearly marked “2026-27 Concrete Pricing” on the
outside of the mailing envelope.
• Bids received after the opening date and time will be rejected.
• FAXED/EMAILED BIDS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
Cost of Proposal:
1. Provide the price that your company will charge the City for providing services as outlined in the
Specifications.
2. Any additional fees or costs for the services identified in this RFB that are not included in the fees
presented.
Award and Selection
Each proposal will be evaluated based on the following criteria:
1. Proposals shall be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder. Proposals shall not be accepted from, nor
contracts awarded, to a contractor who is in default on the payment of taxes, license, or other monies due
the city. All bids received that are submitted by individuals or businesses with their principal place of
business located in Dent County, Missouri, shall be multiplied by a preference factor of .95 awarding the
contract for goods or services.
2. The actual bid amount multiplied by the appropriate preference factors shall be termed the adjusted local
bid amount. The adjusted local bid amount shall be used in lieu of the actual bid amount in comparing
competitive bids.
3. In determining “lowest responsible bidder,” in addition to price, the following shall be considered:
a. The ability, capacity, and skill of the bidder to perform the contract or provide the service required;
b. Whether the bidder can perform the contract or provide the service promptly, or within the time
specified, without delay or interference;
c. The character, integrity, reputation, judgment, experience, and efficiency of the bidder;
d. The quality of performance of previous contracts or services;
e. The previous and existing compliance by the bidder with laws and ordinances relating to the
contract or service;
f. The sufficiency of the financial resources and ability of the bidder to perform the contract or
provide the service;
g. The quality, availability and adaptability of the supplies, or contractual services to the particular
use required;
h. The ability of the bidder to provide future maintenance and service for the use of the subject of the
contract;
i. The number and scope of conditions attached to the bid.
4. The City reserves the right to award all or portions of the project to the company whose proposal best
meets the goals of the request dependent upon funding availability.
CITY OF SALEM
VENDOR AND BID LIST INFORMATION
Date: ___________________________________________
Company Name:___________________________________________________________________________
Address : ________________________________________________________________________________ _
City:________________________________ S tate:________________________ Z ip Code:______________
CONTACT PERSON FOR BID:
Printed Name __________________________________________________________ ___________________
Email ____________________________________________ Phone ( ) ____________________________
Signature of
Owner/Representative________________________________________________________________
(Signature)
(Print Name)
Please attach detailed manufacturer’s specifications with the
listed in the bid specifications.
minimum required information