Hoppers for Salt Conveyor

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) Kansas City District is seeking vendors to supply two (2) 4-ton stainless steel hoppers for salt conveyors through a firm fixed-price, low-bid solicitation. The hoppers must be manufactured with specific technical requirements, including mild steel grates, a 6' x 12' top opening, electric vibrators (120V), control panels with strobe lights, and 304 stainless steel mounts. The procurement will be delivered to Harrisonville, Missouri, with a contract period running from the notice of award through June 15, 2024, and no optional annual renewals. Bids are to be submitted electronically through the MissouriBUYS Statewide eProcurement System or by hard copy with prior approval, with the bid period open from April 23, 2024, at 10:00:00 AM CDT to May 6, 2024, at 2:00:00 PM CDT. The solicitation will be evaluated on a low-bid basis, with all delivery, freight, and handling costs to be included in the unit price bid, and payment will be made in full after completion of all deliveries and receipt of a correct invoice.

The solicitation encourages participation from Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) and Women Business Enterprises (WBE), with target participation levels of 10% MBE and 5% WBE. Service-Disabled Veteran (SDV) participation is also requested. For purchases exceeding $25,000, the Domestic Products Procurement Act applies, offering a 10% price preference for American-made products. Vendors must be willing to accept payment via the state purchasing card without additional fees and may propose discounts for prompt payment. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the solicitation allows for cooperative purchasing, enabling Missouri counties, cities, and other political entities to potentially utilize the contract. Vendors must complete required exhibits, including Buy American certification, and demonstrate compliance with the specified technical requirements. The contract will be awarded to the lowest and best bidder meeting all specified criteria.