Diamond Saw Blades - Husqvarna or equivalent

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) Southwest District is seeking bids for Husqvarna Diamond Saw Blades or equivalent products to be used with their Husqvarna Walk-behind saws. The procurement is an Invitation for Bid (IFB605SW23002153) for four specific diamond saw blade sizes: 36" x .250", 36" x .375", 48" x .250", and 48" x .375", all requiring a DP arbor hole pattern and 1" arbor diameter. The bid is structured on an "all or none" basis, meaning the entire contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive bidder meeting all requirements. Bid responses are due by April 4, 2023, at 1:00 PM CDT, with the contract period running from award through April 15, 2024, and the option for three additional one-year renewals. Orders will be placed on an "as needed/if needed" basis, with no minimum order quantities required. Pricing must be FOB destination and include all shipping costs within the unit price, with payment terms set at Net 30 days.

The solicitation encourages participation from Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) and Women Business Enterprises (WBE), with specific participation goals of 10% MBE and 5% WBE. Service-Disabled Veteran Enterprises (SDVE) are also encouraged to participate. The contract includes a Buy American Act provision offering a 10% price preference for products manufactured in the United States on purchases over $25,000. The solicitation allows for cooperative purchasing, enabling Missouri counties, cities, and other political entities to potentially utilize the contract pricing. While no specific budget range was explicitly stated, the contract is designed to accommodate the Southwest District's ongoing needs for diamond saw blades. An escalation clause permits vendors to request price increases after the first six months of the original contract or renewal periods, subject to MoDOT's approval, providing flexibility for potential market changes.