Commercial Driver License (CDL) Training - Class A or B

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) Southwest District is seeking qualified bidders to provide Commercial Driver License (CDL) training services for its employees. Specifically, the procurement is for Class A or Class B CDL training with no air brake, hitch, or transmission restrictions. The training must comprehensively cover pre-trip inspection, air brake testing, driving skills, and driving portions of CDL testing, with a training duration ranging from 1 to 10 weekdays per participant. Bidders must be registered as an authorized provider in the Federal Training Provider Registry with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. The solicitation will be awarded on an 'all or none' basis to the lowest responsive bidder meeting all requirements. The bid submission period runs from April 17, 2024, to May 7, 2024, at 1:00 PM CDT, with the initial contract period running from the award date through May 31, 2025. The contract includes four optional one-year renewal periods, and MoDOT reserves the right to reject any or all bids and reissue the solicitation to obtain additional training providers.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must provide pricing on a per-participant basis, with options for training at the bidder's location using either the bidder's or MoDOT's equipment. The contract includes specific insurance requirements, including general liability coverage of $4 million, automobile liability coverage of $4 million, and workers' compensation coverage. While no specific award value or budget range is provided, the procurement allows for cooperative purchasing, enabling Missouri counties, cities, and political entities to purchase under the same terms. The vendor selection will prioritize geographical proximity to participants' home addresses when awarding work orders. Bidders must also provide proof of enrollment in the E-Verify program and comply with Missouri's Domestic Products Procurement Act. The solicitation indicates that additional time and retesting will be provided at no cost if a participant fails any portion of the training.