Forestry Grinder Attachment and Accessories

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB605CD23000709) for a Forestry Grinder Attachment and Accessories for a 2022 Takeuchi excavator model TB260CR (serial number 126107048). The specific procurement includes five key components: a Bracket Kit, Frame Kit, Steel Top Guard Kit, Steel Front Guard Kit, and Case Drain Kit. The solicitation is targeted for procurement of these specific equipment accessories to be delivered to the MoDOT facility located at 69 E. Hwy 8, Steeleville, MO 65565. The bid period opens on September 21, 2022, and closes on October 5, 2022, at 12:00 PM CDT. Evaluation criteria include lowest and best responsive bidder, with pricing to be evaluated at the maximum potential financial liability to MoDOT. Vendors must submit bids electronically through the MissouriBUYS Statewide eProcurement System, with pricing to be quoted FOB Destination and freight prepaid and allowed. The contract will be awarded based on compliance with mandatory specifications and requirements.

The solicitation encourages participation from Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) and Women Business Enterprises (WBE), with target participation rates of 10% MBE and 5% WBE. The procurement is subject to the Domestic Products Procurement Act, which provides a 10% price preference for products manufactured or produced in the United States for purchases over $25,000. Cooperative purchasing is permitted for Missouri counties, cities, and other political entities. No specific incumbent vendor is identified in the documentation. While a precise award value is not explicitly stated, the solicitation indicates that pricing will be evaluated on a per-item basis. Payment terms are set at Net 30 Days, and vendors must be registered with the Missouri Secretary of State and Department of Revenue. The state reserves the right to purchase using a state purchasing card and to award the contract on an item-by-item or all-or-none basis.