Abandoned Well-Cisterns and Septic Tank Closure

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) Northeast District is seeking quotes for a specialized infrastructure closure project in Maries County. Specifically, the solicitation (IFQ605NE23002535) requires a vendor to close one abandoned septic tank and two abandoned cistern type wells located in the MoDOT right-of-way along Highway J near Goldsberry, Missouri. The project involves three distinct locations: a 4-foot deep/4-foot diameter structure 415 feet east of Route 149, an 18-foot deep/3-foot diameter structure 3,120 feet east, and a 12-foot deep/2-foot diameter structure 3.6 miles east. Vendors must collapse each structure, break down sides three feet below grade, and fill the remaining void with crushed stone to surface grade. The contract requires comprehensive work including all labor, materials, equipment, and mobilization, with mandatory traffic control measures including westbound lane closures during work. Quotes are due by May 31, 2023 at 1:00 PM CDT, and a site visit is encouraged but not mandatory. The contract will be awarded on an "All or Nothing" basis, with a single lump sum payment to be made after project completion and invoice receipt.

MoDOT strongly encourages participation from Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) and Women Business Enterprises (WBE), with specific goals of 10% MBE and 5% WBE participation. Service-Disabled Veteran (SDV) vendors are also encouraged to participate. The solicitation does not specify an incumbent vendor or provide a precise contract value. Vendors must comply with various state and federal regulations, including construction safety programs, E-Verify requirements, and provisions related to non-discrimination and work authorization. The contractor will be required to maintain specific insurance coverages, including general liability of $500,000 per person and $4,000,000 for all claims, automobile liability with similar limits, and workers' compensation coverage with $1,000,000 employer's liability insurance. Successful vendors must coordinate work in advance with MoDOT, implement proper safety protocols, and provide a Health and Safety Officer to oversee project execution.