MoDOT Multimodal- Minivan Vehicles for the State Transit Program

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) is seeking qualified vendors to provide Extended Wheelbase Front or All-Wheel Drive Minivan Vehicles for the State Transit Program through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) solicitation. The procurement seeks minivan vehicles that meet specific technical specifications, including requirements for front-wheel or all-wheel drive configurations with an extended wheelbase. Bidders must submit comprehensive documentation including operator's manuals, manufacturer's statements of origin (MSO), title applications, and AALA reports for current factory production models. The contract will run from the execution date through April 30, 2024, with the option of four additional one-year renewals. Bids must be submitted electronically through MissouriBUYS or by mail (USPS, UPS, FEDEX) by April 6, 2023 at 7:00 PM GMT, with hard copy submissions requiring five days' advance notice to the buyer. The award will be made to the lowest, most responsive, responsible, and reliable bidder based on the total cost of line items and compliance with technical specifications. Each vehicle must include a minimum three-year/36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty.

The solicitation includes a 0% Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation goal, though DBE participation is encouraged. While no specific minority business enterprise requirements are mandatory, MoDOT encourages 10% Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and 5% Women Business Enterprise (WBE) participation. A domestic content waiver granted by the Federal Transit Administration allows flexibility in manufacturing, requiring only that final vehicle assembly occur in the United States and the engine/motor originate from the United States. The procurement supports cooperative purchasing, allowing Missouri counties, cities, and other political entities to potentially utilize the contract, with any additional delivery costs to be negotiated between the vendor and local agencies. No specific total contract value or guaranteed minimum order quantity is specified, with MoDOT reserving the right to increase or decrease quantities as needed throughout the contract term. Vendors must submit various certifications including Buy America, debarment, and Anti-Discrimination Against Israel Act documentation. Price increases may be considered during renewal periods with appropriate cost analysis and justification, subject to MoDOT's approval.