MoDOT Central District - Purchase of New 55' Aerial and Chassis

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) is conducting a Single Feasible Source (SFS) solicitation for the Central District to purchase a specific piece of equipment: a new 55' Elliott HiReach G50F basic unit mounted on a 2023 Ford F-750 7.3 V8 gas engine chassis. MoDOT has determined that Drake-Scruggs Equipment is the sole source for this proprietary equipment, which is available for immediate delivery and can only be obtained from this single distributor for a limited time. The solicitation, numbered SFS605CO23002234, is open from March 28, 2023, to April 5, 2023, at 2:00 PM CDT, with electronic submissions required through the MissouriBUYS eProcurement system. Evaluation criteria will focus on the lowest and best bid that complies with mandatory specifications, with MoDOT reserving the right to reject any or all bids. Potential vendors are requested to provide information about their ability to supply the specified equipment, and the procurement is being conducted in accordance with Missouri Code of State Regulation 7 CSR 10-11.020.

The solicitation encourages participation from Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) at 10% and Women Business Enterprises (WBE) at 5% through subcontractors, suppliers, or joint ventures. While no specific incumbent vendor is mentioned beyond Drake-Scruggs Equipment, the procurement includes provisions for the Buy American Act for purchases over $25,000. Vendors must maintain adequate liability insurance, naming the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission (MHTC) and MoDOT as additional insured parties. The solicitation does not specify a precise award value or budget range, but it represents a one-time purchase for the Central District's equipment needs. Interested vendors must register with MissouriBUYS and comply with various state regulations, including nondiscrimination requirements and executive orders related to employing eligible workers.