Debris Remover Blade

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT), specifically the St. Louis District, is conducting a Single Feasible Source (SFS) procurement for a specialized Debris Remover Blade, with Musterman Fab, Inc. identified as the sole manufacturer capable of providing the required equipment. The procurement is a one-time purchase for an under-bumper device designed to lower a blade on demand and push road debris out of travel areas, with the capability to move approximately 200 pounds of debris depending on size and shape. The Debris Remover Blade must include specific components: two air actuators, one pneumatic solenoid valve, hoses and fittings, a reinforced rubber blade with steel frame and supports, UMHW mounting bearings, and require custom fabrication and installation to fit the vehicle and bumper type. The solicitation (SFS605SL22000036) was open from July 9, 2021, to July 16, 2021, with electronic bid responses to be submitted through the MissouriBUYS eProcurement system. Evaluation criteria include pricing assessment, with the contract to be awarded to the lowest and best bidder who meets all mandatory requirements, following Missouri's Single Feasible Source procurement regulations.

The solicitation encourages minority business enterprise (MBE) and women business enterprise (WBE) participation, with target goals of 10% MBE and 5% WBE involvement through subcontractors, suppliers, or joint ventures. While the solicitation is technically open to all vendors, MoDOT has determined that Musterman Fab, Inc. is the only feasible source for this proprietary equipment. The procurement follows specific state regulations, particularly 7 CSR 10-11.020(4)(A)(1) and 7CSR10-11.020(4)(B)1(E), which allow for non-competitive procurement when supplies are proprietary and only available from a single manufacturer or distributor. Payment terms are set at Net 30 days with Free On Board Destination delivery. No specific total contract value was disclosed in the documents, though the solicitation notes that purchases over $5,000 require public notice, and those exceeding $25,000 necessitate additional advertising of purchase intent. The procurement is funded through MoDOT's budget and represents a one-time purchase with no specified renewal options.