Alpha Battery (Alpha XTV195) or Equivalent

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT), Southeast District, has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB605SE24001511) seeking a vendor to supply 12V, 100 AH Absorbed Glass Matt batteries that meet the specifications of the Alpha XTV195 or an equivalent product. The solicitation requires batteries to be delivered to various MoDOT Southeast District locations, with purchases to be made on an as-needed basis. The contract period will run from the Notice to Proceed through December 31, 2024, with four one-year renewal options available. Vendors must provide pricing for multiple quantity tiers (1, 4, 8, 16, and 24 batteries), with all pricing required to include shipping costs and be free on board (FOB) destination. The bid response period is open from February 1, 2024, to February 15, 2024, at 2:00 PM CST, with electronic submissions accepted through the MissouriBUYS Statewide eProcurement System. Evaluation criteria will focus on the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting the specified battery requirements, with careful review of product specifications, particularly for vendors proposing equivalent batteries.

The solicitation strongly 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. For purchases over $25,000, a Buy American preference applies, providing a 10% price advantage for products manufactured or produced in the United States. No incumbent vendor is identified in the documentation. Vendors must provide proper documentation for any proposed equivalent batteries and comply with various state regulations, including the Domestic Products Procurement Act and the Anti-Discrimination Against Israel Act. While specific award values are not explicitly stated, the contract allows for flexible ordering quantities and includes provisions for potential cooperative purchasing by Missouri counties, cities, and other political entities. Delivery requirements are stringent, mandating deliveries during normal business hours with two business days' advance notice and a MoDOT representative present, with restrictions on delivery times including no deliveries from 30 minutes before sundown to sunrise or on weekends and holidays without specific authorization.