McCain NEMA Signal Controllers

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT), specifically the Southwest District in Springfield, Missouri, is issuing an Invitation for Bid (IFB605SW8000556) for 30 McCain NEMA Signal Controllers, ATC eX TS2 Type 2 with no "D" Connector. The procurement seeks to establish pricing and a contract from notice to proceed until March 1, 2018, for additional purchases during fiscal year 2018. Delivery is required within 30-45 calendar days after receipt of order (ARO), with all equipment needing to conform to the latest revisions of Sections 1061, 1062, and 1092 of Missouri Standard Specifications for Highway Construction. The bid period runs from September 8, 2017, at 2:00 PM GMT until September 21, 2017, at 7:00 PM GMT, with pricing to remain firm through March 1, 2018. Evaluation will focus on the lowest and best responsive bidder meeting all mandatory specifications, with a 20-day acceptance period that includes 15 days for testing and 5 days for potential repairs or replacements.

The solicitation encourages participation from Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) at 10% and Women Business Enterprises (WBE) at 5%, with additional preferences for Service-Disabled Veteran (SDV) businesses. Vendors must be registered in the MissouriBUYS Statewide eProcurement System to access full terms and conditions, and the procurement includes provisions for cooperative purchasing to assist Missouri counties, cities, and special road districts. Liquidated damages of $50 per controller per day may be assessed for late deliveries, not to exceed 20% of the purchase order amount. The state reserves the right to use the state purchasing card for payment, and vendors are required to identify any domestically manufactured products. While specific award values are not explicitly stated, the procurement involves 30 signal controllers with potential for additional purchases during the fiscal year, suggesting a moderate-scale contract opportunity for technology infrastructure equipment.