GPS Monthly Service

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) Kansas City District is seeking vendors to provide monthly GPS tracking services through Invitation for Bid (IFB) number IFB605KC2000985. The procurement is for GPS monthly service for approximately 255 vehicle tracking devices, with potential for future device additions. The solicitation requires vendors to provide GPS devices that are compatible with any 12V vehicle connection, feature a simple three-wire connection, include internal cellular and GPS antennas, and offer web-based software. Specific device requirements include free device provision with monthly service charge, no restocking fees, optional hibernation mode for seasonal deactivation, and complimentary training. The bid submission period runs from October 21, 2019, to November 1, 2019, at 2:00 PM CDT, with a contract period from award date through November 30, 2020. The contract will be awarded on a firm fixed pricing "low bid" basis, with all delivery and freight costs included in the unit price.

The solicitation encourages participation from Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) with a 10% participation goal and Women Business Enterprises (WBE) with a 5% participation goal. Vendors must be registered on the MissouriBUYS Statewide eProcurement System to access full solicitation details and submit bids. No incumbent vendors are identified, and the funding source is not explicitly specified. Payment terms are Net 30 days, with monthly invoicing required and payments made in full after successful delivery and receipt of correct invoices. The state reserves the right to purchase services using the state purchasing card. While no specific budget range is provided, the solicitation indicates an estimated need for 255 vehicle tracking devices with potential for future expansion. Vendors are also requested to provide pricing for potential cooperative purchasing by Missouri counties, cities, and other political entities.