Galvanized Structural Steel (I-Beam) & Pipe Posts

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) seeking qualified vendors to provide Galvanized Structural Steel Posts and Galvanized Pipe Posts for a one-year contract period from October 1, 2022, with four additional one-year renewal options. The procurement covers a comprehensive range of galvanized steel posts, including pipe posts (2.5" ID and 4" ID) and structural steel I-beam posts (W6X9 through W12X35), along with associated hardware such as bolts, nuts, washers, shims, bolt retainer plates, friction caps, multi-directional slip bases, stubs, fuse plates, and splice plates. Vendors must submit bids electronically through MissouriBUYS, by mail, UPS, or FedEx, with the bid due date set for August 1, 2022, at 2:00 PM CDT. The solicitation requires vendors to provide unit pricing for two quantity brackets: 1-25 units and 26+ units, with delivery to various MoDOT maintenance facilities throughout Missouri. Evaluation criteria will focus on the lowest responsive, responsible, and reliable bidder meeting all mandatory requirements and specifications. Delivery is mandated within 90 days after receipt of purchase order, with a minimum daily delivery requirement of 500 tons per day.

The IFB encourages participation from Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) and Women Business Enterprises (WBE), specifically seeking 10% MBE and 5% WBE involvement through subcontractors, suppliers, or joint ventures. A 10% price preference is available for products manufactured or produced in the United States under the Buy American Act for purchases over $25,000. Historical purchase volumes provide context for potential contract value, with annual purchases ranging from $25,700 in 2022 to $97,529 in 2021. The solicitation includes provisions for liquidated damages of $100 per day per order for late deliveries, not to exceed 30% of the order value. MoDOT reserves the right to reject any or all bids and does not guarantee minimum purchase quantities, as acquisitions will be made on an as-needed basis. The contract also allows for cooperative purchasing by other Missouri counties, cities, and political entities, potentially expanding the scope of potential sales beyond the initial MoDOT requirements.