Alpha Battery Back Up Systems

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT), Southeast District is conducting a Single Feasible Source (SFS) solicitation for Alpha Battery Back Up Systems, specifically targeting Alpha Technologies line of traffic products. The procurement is focused on obtaining maintenance, warranty work, and replacement parts exclusively from Traffic Control Corporation, which has been determined as the sole source for these specialized products. The solicitation period runs from January 5, 2024, to January 12, 2024, with electronic submissions required through the MissouriBUYS eProcurement system by 2:00:00 PM CST on the closing date. Evaluation criteria include responsiveness, vendor responsibility, and identifying the lowest and best bid that meets all mandatory requirements. MoDOT will utilize this procurement method in accordance with section 7 CSR 10-11.020(5)(A).1 and 7CSR10-11.020(5)(B).A, which allows for single feasible source purchases when supplies are proprietary and only available from a manufacturer or single distributor. Delivery terms are Free On Board Destination with Net 30 payment terms, and no pre-bid conference or site visits are scheduled.

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, joint ventures, or other arrangements. For commodity purchases over $25,000, there is a 10% price preference for goods manufactured or produced in the United States under the Buy American Act provisions. While no specific contract value is disclosed, the solicitation is open to vendors who can contest the single feasible source determination by providing information about their ability to supply similar commodities. The procurement includes standard contract provisions related to nondiscrimination, contract formation, applicable laws, and vendor responsibilities. Vendors must complete additional documentation, including Buy American Act certification and Anti-Discrimination Against Israel Act certification for companies with ten or more employees. MoDOT reserves the right to reject any and all bids and may negotiate with vendors if all initial submissions are deemed unacceptable.