Cinder Chain

The Missouri Department of Transportation's (MoDOT) Kansas City District has issued a Single Feasible Source (SFS) solicitation for the procurement of cinder bed chain, specifically model AL667X, to be used for repairing and replacing existing cinder bed chain equipment. This procurement is unique in that MoDOT has determined Capital Machine Company, Inc. is the sole source capable of providing this specialized equipment, based on the proprietary nature of the product and past procurement experience. The solicitation is open from December 10, 2019, to December 20, 2019, at 1:00 PM CST, with vendors able to submit responses electronically through the MissouriBUYS eProcurement system or via hard copy. Delivery terms are Free On Board (FOB) Destination, with orders to be placed by various locations within the MoDOT Kansas City District. The procurement allows for delivery of the cinder bed chain with all associated costs to be included in the unit price bid, and MoDOT requires a single invoice upon completion of all deliveries.

The solicitation encourages participation from Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) and Women Business Enterprises (WBE), with specific participation goals of 10% MBE and 5% WBE through subcontractors, suppliers, or joint ventures. Service-Disabled Veteran (SDV) participation is also encouraged, and vendors are required to identify any non-domestic products offered. The contract provides cooperative purchasing opportunities for Missouri counties, cities, and other political entities, though MoDOT will not be directly involved in those transactions. The estimated total contract value will not exceed $25,000.00, with payment to be made in full after all deliveries are completed and a correct invoice is received. Importantly, no partial payments will be allowed, and MoDOT reserves the right to use the state purchasing card (VISA) for payment. The solicitation indicates that MoDOT will continue to monitor the market for developing competition and may rescind the Single Feasible Source determination if alternative sources become available.