Frost Mini RWIS Devices

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) - St. Louis District is conducting a Single Feasible Source (SFS) procurement for Frost Mini Remote Weather Information System (RWIS) Devices from Frost Solutions, LLC. The department seeks specialized road weather monitoring units designed to test road conditions in remote areas without existing RWIS sites, utilizing solar power. These devices include comprehensive features such as annual preventative maintenance and repair, software alerts, RWIS sensors, integrated cameras, and solar recharging capabilities. The solicitation (SFS605SL23001077) was posted on November 3, 2022, with responses due by November 10, 2022, at 4:00 PM GMT through the MissouriBUYS Statewide eProcurement System. MoDOT has determined that Frost Solutions, LLC is the only vendor capable of providing these specific devices, justifying the single feasible source procurement under Missouri regulations 7 CSR 10-11.020(5)(A)1 and 7CSR10-11.020(5)(B)1 E. The contract period will run from November 10, 2022, to November 9, 2023, with pricing to be evaluated based on the lowest and best bid that meets all mandatory specifications.

The solicitation encourages minority business enterprise (MBE) participation at 10% and women business enterprise (WBE) participation at 5%, which can be achieved through subcontractors, suppliers, joint ventures, or other arrangements. The procurement follows 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. While no specific incumbent vendor is mentioned, the procurement is structured to integrate with MoDOT's existing road weather monitoring infrastructure. The solicitation does not specify an estimated total contract value, but vendors are required to submit detailed pricing information. MoDOT reserves the right to reject any and all bids and will make the award to the responsive and responsible vendor whose bid complies with all mandatory specifications and is determined to be the lowest and best bid.