Glass Beads Type L and Type PM

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) and the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission (MHTC) are seeking qualified vendors to provide Glass Beads Type L and Type PM throughout the state of Missouri through an Invitation for Bid (IFB605CO22000201). The procurement covers the supply of specialized glass beads used for road striping and marking, with specific technical requirements including specifications for roundness, refractive index, and gradation. The contract period will run from the Notice of Award through December 31, 2022, with three optional one-year renewal periods. Delivery requirements mandate that glass beads must be delivered within 15 working days of order placement to multiple MoDOT locations across Missouri, with a maximum of 21 loads permitted per week during striping season. Peak usage periods differ by bead type: Type PM beads are most in demand during spring and fall, while Type L beads peak during June through August. Pricing must be submitted on a per-pound basis, with all delivery costs included, and deliveries are expected in full truckloads of 44,000 pounds. The bid opening period runs from August 2, 2021, to August 10, 2021, at 10:00 AM CDT, with bids to be submitted electronically through the MissouriBUYS system.

The solicitation encourages participation from Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) and Women Business Enterprises (WBE), with specific participation goals of 10% MBE and 5% WBE through subcontractors, suppliers, or joint ventures. Service-Disabled Veteran (SDV) business preferences will also be considered during the evaluation process. MoDOT anticipates awarding up to three contracts - one primary contract to the lowest responsive bidder and up to two contingency contracts to the second and third lowest bidders to ensure uninterrupted supply. A 5% bid bond is required with submission, and the successful vendor must provide a 100% performance and payment bond. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, MoDOT will assess liquidated damages of $500 per day per item for late deliveries, not to exceed 20% of the purchase order amount. Price increases may be requested after the first three months of the original or renewal periods, subject to written justification and MoDOT approval. The contract also allows for cooperative purchasing by Missouri counties, cities, and other political entities, potentially expanding the total contract value beyond the initial procurement.