F10-554362 / Vendor Inventoried Shop Supplies

The state of Alabama, specifically the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) Fayette District 1 Office located in Lauderdale County, is soliciting a vendor to perform monthly inventory services for a mechanics shop supply system. The contract involves a representative conducting monthly inventories of assorted hardware and fasteners, with bins owned by ALDOT. The primary objective is to have the sales representative inventory and order supplies on a monthly basis, with minimum quantities to be established by shop personnel. The procurement method will be a cost-plus pricing model, where the vendor will be reimbursed at a predetermined percentage above base cost. The solicitation (ID: F10-554362) was posted on January 14, 2025, with proposals due by January 18, 2025. Interested vendors should contact Pam Jenkins at 205-932-8930 or jenkinsp@dot.state.al.us for additional information or clarification. The physical location for this contract opportunity is 432 12th St NW, Fayette, AL 35555.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the provided documentation, vendors are expected to review the attached Quick Quote Standard Boilerplate document, which outlines general procurement requirements. The standard terms indicate that suppliers must be registered in the Alabama Buys system and comply with E-Verify program enrollment. Potential vendors should be prepared to accept multiple forms of electronic payment and understand that the state reserves the right to conduct cost realism and price reasonableness analyses. The attached boilerplate also highlights the state's tax-exempt status under Section 40-23-4(a)(11) and includes provisions regarding financial conditions and supplier obligations. No specific budget range or award value is mentioned in the current documentation, and no incumbent vendor information is provided. Interested vendors should carefully review the standard boilerplate document to ensure full compliance with state procurement guidelines.