Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on awarding Portland Cement Type I/II for a term of one (1) year to Martin Marietta, per the lowest responsive quote received, pursuant to Texas Local Gov't Code, Section 262.0225(d) & Section 262.0245. and authorizing execution of the material quotation.

A Portland Cement Type I/II solicitation was formally released under IFB #2726 and no bids were received. Texas Local Government Code Sections 262.0225(d) and 262.045 allow the Purchasing Agent to recommend procedures for obtaining necessary items where no competitive bids are received. A recommendation was made to the Road & Bridge Department to solicit and obtain three (3) written quotes for this service, as originally bid out. Three (3) vendors were solicited and only two (2) responded to the request. This response was evaluated by the Road & Bridge Department in the same manner as if it had been received during the initial bid process. Based upon the evaluation the department is recommending award to Martin Marietta. The material quotation must be executed by the Presiding Officer as it includes terms and conditions applicable to the purchase. Per policy this award is recommended for a term of one (1) year after which a new solicitation will be issued. The Department Point of contact is James Williams. Funding source is 01.0200.0210.003599.