Hardwood Fuel - Department of Corrections

The State of Missouri Department of Corrections is seeking a hardwood fuel supplier for the South Central Correctional Center located in Licking, Texas County, Missouri. The Invitation for Bid (IFBC30034901801985) solicits proposals for 1 ton of hardwood fuel to be delivered during the contract period from August 15, 2018 through August 14, 2019. The fuel must be 100% hardwood residue, clean, homogeneous, and sourced from known locations, with strict specifications excluding pine, pine bark, and any foreign materials such as chemicals, pressure-treated wood, creosote wood, glues, rocks, concrete, stone, steel, and nails. Vendors are required to submit pricing per ton of hardwood fuel and provide a separate line item for diesel fuel cost adjustment, stated in cents. The solicitation was posted on April 12, 2018, with bid responses due by May 3, 2018 at 3:00 PM CDT. Evaluation will be based on the lowest and best bid, with vendors required to complete and submit Exhibits A through F, including detailed pricing pages.

The solicitation does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on vendor participation, indicating that all vendors are eligible to respond. No incumbent vendors are identified in the documentation, and there are no mentioned requirements for disadvantaged enterprise participation. The procurement allows for submission through either the MissouriBUYS electronic system or hard copy to the Division of Purchasing. Payment terms are established at Net 45 Days, with delivery specified as Free On Board (FOB) Destination to the South Central Correctional Center at 255 W. Highway 32, Licking, Missouri 65542. While the total estimated contract value is not explicitly stated, the solicitation covers a one-year period for approximately 1 ton of hardwood fuel with a diesel fuel cost adjustment mechanism. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with no indication of potential renewal options or extensions.