Battery Operated Mobile Column Lift System

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) Northwest District is seeking to procure a 4-column battery operated mobile column lift system through a competitive bidding process. The solicitation, identified as IFB605NW21001514, requires a wireless portable lift system with specific technical specifications, including wheel-engaging capabilities and the ability to operate in sets of two, four, six, or eight units. Each column must have a 14,000 lb capacity and communicate via wireless technology without power cords or cables. The desired delivery location is 11791 Business 71 Hwy, Savannah MO 64485, with a required delivery date of June 1, 2021. The procurement is a one-time purchase, with bids due by April 13, 2021 at 2:00 PM CDT. Vendors must submit bids electronically through the MissouriBUYS eProcurement system and provide comprehensive pricing that includes installation, delivery, and safety training. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all specified requirements, with the vendor required to provide equipment training within 90 days of delivery.

The solicitation 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 Enterprise (SDVE) vendors may also receive preference. Vendors must maintain specific insurance coverage, including general liability ($500,000 per person/$3,000,000 per occurrence), automobile liability with similar limits, and workers compensation insurance. For commodity purchases exceeding $25,000, there is a 10% price preference for goods manufactured or produced in the United States under the Buy American Act. Payment terms are established at Net 30 days, with prices to remain valid for 90 days from the bid opening. While no specific budget range is mentioned, the procurement is funded through MoDOT's regular budgetary sources, and the agency does not guarantee minimum purchase quantities during the contract period.