FY26 Geotechnical Drill Rig

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) has issued a Single Feasible Source (SFS) solicitation for the one-time procurement of one Geoprobe 3135GT Tracked Geotechnical Drill Rig with an integrated Geoprobe 105DP Drill Mast, GR10 Geotech Head Assembly featuring 6 Speed Rotary capability, and associated accessories classified under category 20111612 (Drilling Rigs). The equipment must meet comprehensive Cone Penetration Test (CPT) specifications including a minimum cone capacity of 20 tons downforce and 30 tons pullback, dual anchor points for symmetrical resistance, a 10-ton digital seismic cone, friction reducers in both segmented and continuous configurations, 40 one-meter sounding rods, 45-meter EFCS Series sounding cable, a 20-ton CPT rod auto clamp system, an automatic seismic hammer, CPT data acquisition hardware and software capable of capturing seismic and dissipation data, auxiliary swing arm or swivel control area, an AC power unit inverter with multiple power outlets, and an engine design allowing easy accessibility for routine maintenance. MoDOT has determined that Geoprobe Systems is the sole source capable of meeting all required specifications. The solicitation opened on February 13, 2026, at 10:00 AM Central Time and closes on February 20, 2026, at 2:00 PM Central Time, with no pre-bid conference or site visit scheduled. Vendors must submit responses electronically through MissouriBUYS and must be registered in the system to be considered for award, providing all required exhibits including Domestic Products Procurement Act (Buy American) Certification and Anti-Discrimination Against Israel Act Certification. All questions or solicitation inquiries should be directed to buyer Ashten Lorts at ashten.lorts@modot.mo.gov.

This procurement contains no identified set-aside designations or restrictions limiting response to disadvantaged enterprises, though all responding vendors must comply with federal Buy American requirements and Anti-Discrimination Against Israel Act provisions. Geoprobe Systems has been identified as the incumbent and sole feasible source capable of providing the required equipment package, and no alternative vendors are being considered for this noncompetitive award situation. The contract will be awarded as a Blanket Purchase Agreement with Net 45 payment terms and FOB freight terms, with shipping method to be determined. The contractor must maintain adequate liability insurance naming MoDOT as an additional insured and provide a planned delivery schedule at least two business days before delivery, with a MoDOT representative required to be present at all deliveries. Specific pricing information and total contract value are not disclosed in the available solicitation documents. All bids and associated documentation submitted by the deadline will be considered public records following official bid opening, and any bid award protest must be submitted within ten business days after the award date.