2000-Watt Laser Cleaner

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) - St. Louis District is seeking bids for a one-time procurement of a Bescutter 2000-Watt Laser Cleaner or a functionally equivalent device that meets specific technical specifications. The solicitation, identified as IFB605SL24000637, is targeting the acquisition of a laser cleaning system to be delivered to the MoDOT - St. Clair Bridge facility located at 2273 N Service Rd West, Building D and E, St. Clair, MO 63077. The bid period is open from October 3, 2023, to October 17, 2023, with bids due by 10:00 AM CDT on October 17, 2023. In addition to the equipment purchase, the successful vendor must provide comprehensive training within 30 days of delivery, conducted by a qualified operator, service technician, or mechanic, covering safe operation and routine/preventative maintenance. The evaluation criteria will focus on compliance with mandatory specifications, lowest price, vendor responsibility, and overall bid responsiveness. Vendors are required to submit their bids electronically through the MissouriBUYS Statewide eProcurement System, with pricing to include all packing, handling, and shipping charges on an FOB destination basis.

The solicitation encourages participation from Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) and Women Business Enterprises (WBE), with specific goals of 10% MBE and 5% WBE participation through subcontractors, suppliers, or joint ventures. Service-Disabled Veteran (SDV) businesses are also eligible and may receive a preference. The procurement is subject to the Domestic Products Procurement Act, which provides a 10% price preference for products manufactured or produced in the United States. Vendors must complete and submit Exhibit N to certify Buy American compliance, as this is a commodity purchase exceeding $25,000. The solicitation also offers cooperative purchasing opportunities, allowing Missouri counties, cities, and other political entities to potentially utilize the contract at the same pricing. While no incumbent vendor information is provided, the contract will be a one-time purchase with no renewal options. The awarded vendor must maintain adequate liability insurance, naming the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission (MHTC) and MoDOT as additional insured parties. Payment terms are set at Net 30 Days, and the contract will be awarded to the lowest and best responsive bidder meeting all mandatory requirements.