Dowel Bars and Baskets

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) Northeast District is seeking a vendor to supply and deliver concrete materials, specifically dowel bars and baskets, to its facilities in Macon, Shelbina, and Hannibal. The procurement solicitation (IFQ605NE18001754) requires 830 epoxy-coated dowel bars (1" x 18"), 910 plastic epoxy-coated washers (1"), and various dowel baskets in 10', 11', and 12' lengths with 1' spacing and 5" height (8, 20, and 4 units respectively). The invitation for quote (IFQ) was posted on February 7, 2018, with a response deadline of February 21, 2018 at 1:00 PM CST. Vendors must submit quotes electronically through the MissouriBUYS system and be registered on the platform to access full terms and conditions. The contract will be awarded on an "All or Nothing" basis to the lowest and best quote that meets all mandatory specifications. Delivery must be completed in full after the purchase order or notice to proceed is issued, with no partial deliveries permitted. Pricing must include all delivery costs on an FOB destination basis, with quotes remaining valid for 90 days from the end date.

The solicitation strongly encourages Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and Women Business Enterprise (WBE) participation, with specific goals of 10% MBE and 5% WBE involvement through subcontractors, suppliers, joint ventures, or other arrangements. Vendors are also requested to provide information on Service-Disabled Veteran (SDV) or Service-Disabled Veteran Business (SDVE) participation. Payment terms are net 30 days, with a single invoice to be submitted upon complete delivery and receipt of a correct invoice. While no specific total contract value is listed, the detailed specifications suggest a targeted procurement of concrete construction materials. Vendors must provide a planned delivery schedule at least 2 business days in advance, with deliveries restricted to normal business hours and requiring a MoDOT representative to be present. The solicitation includes standard provisions for non-discrimination, open competition, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations. MoDOT reserves the right to increase or decrease the quantities as needed, providing flexibility in the final contract execution.