Equipment with Operator

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) Southwest District is seeking to establish a multiple-award price agreement for the rental of heavy equipment with operators on an as-needed basis. This solicitation (IFB605SW25000834) is designed to secure various types of heavy equipment with operators for use at different locations within the Southwest District, primarily serving Greene County. The contract will run from the award date through November 30, 2026, with three one-year renewal options available. Vendors must submit pricing via a provided Excel spreadsheet template, with selection criteria based on cost, availability, and proximity to project locations. The bid responses are due by December 17, 2024, at 1:00 PM CST, and vendors must be prepared to provide equipment for various transportation and infrastructure projects as requested by MoDOT.

The solicitation encourages participation from Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) and Women Business Enterprises (WBE), with specific goals of 10% MBE and 5% WBE participation through subcontractors, suppliers, or joint ventures. Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Businesses are also welcome to participate. Vendors must meet specific insurance requirements, including $600,000 per person/$4,000,000 per occurrence for general liability and automobile liability, as well as workers' compensation coverage. The contract allows for cooperative purchasing by other Missouri counties, cities, and political entities. While no specific budget range is provided, the multiple-award approach suggests MoDOT is creating a flexible pool of vendors to draw from as equipment needs arise. Vendors must comply with the Domestic Products Procurement Act, provide proof of lawful employment practices, and be registered in the MissouriBUYS eProcurement system to submit bids electronically.