Manlift Rentals

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) Central District is seeking competitive bids for manlift rentals through Invitation for Bid (IFB) number IFB605CD24000488, targeting two specific maintenance facilities in Camdenton and Linn, Missouri. The procurement requires manlifts with precise specifications, including a 60-foot telescopic platform height, 4-wheel drive capability, minimum platform capacity of 750 pounds, and ability to be hauled on a 20-ton trailer. Rental periods are defined as two months for the Camdenton Maintenance Facility (November 1, 2023 through December 31, 2023) and four months for the Linn Maintenance Facility (November 1, 2023 through February 28, 2024). Bidders must submit comprehensive monthly rental rates that include all delivery, pickup, and miscellaneous charges, with bids due by October 2, 2023 at 2:00 PM CDT. MoDOT will evaluate and award the contract on an item-by-item basis to the lowest responsive bidder meeting all specified requirements, accepting both new and used units provided they are covered by a full manufacturer's or lessor's warranty for the entire lease period.

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) businesses are also given preference, and the contract includes provisions for cooperative purchasing, allowing Missouri counties, cities, and other political entities to potentially utilize the same contract terms. Vendors must maintain specific insurance coverage, including $500,000 per person/$4,000,000 per occurrence general liability insurance, equivalent business automobile liability, and workers' compensation coverage. The lessor will be responsible for scheduled maintenance, repairs, and providing substitute units within three days if equipment becomes unavailable for more than 48 hours, with potential penalties of $250 per day for non-compliance. While no specific total contract value is explicitly stated, the rental periods and multiple maintenance facilities suggest a potentially significant procurement opportunity for qualified vendors specializing in heavy equipment rentals.