Dam Steel & Supply Inc Tailgate Lever

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) has issued a Single Feasible Source (SFS) solicitation for tailgate levers to be procured exclusively from Dam Steel & Supply Inc. The procurement, identified by solicitation number SFS605CO22002303, is specifically for tailgate levers that attach to tailgates, enabling safe opening and propping, and will involve metal work, welding, and fabrication services. The contract period will run from the official notice to proceed through one year, with bids due on June 3, 2022, at 2:00 PM CDT. Vendors may submit bids electronically through the MissouriBUYS system or via hard copy (with prior approval), and must contact the buyer, Michael Yoder, five business days before bid closing if submitting a hard copy. MoDOT has determined Dam Steel & Supply Inc. is the sole source capable of providing these specific tailgate levers, based on the items being proprietary and available only from this manufacturer or distributor. The evaluation criteria will focus on the lowest and best bid that meets all mandatory specifications and requirements.

The solicitation encourages, but does not mandate, participation from Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) at 10% and Women Business Enterprises (WBE) at 5% through subcontractors, suppliers, or joint ventures. For commodity purchases exceeding $25,000, the Domestic Products Procurement Act applies, which provides a 10% price preference for goods manufactured or produced in the United States. While no specific contract value is detailed in the documents, single feasible source purchases over $5,000 require public notice, and those over $25,000 necessitate additional advertising of purchase intent. The contract will be governed by Missouri state laws and regulations, with payment terms set at Net 30 days and delivery specified as Free On Board Destination. No incumbent vendor information is provided beyond Dam Steel & Supply Inc. being identified as the sole source, and no specific infrastructure or technology integration requirements are mentioned in the solicitation documents.