MoDOT Multimodal Purchase of Minivans and Passenger Vans.

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) is seeking qualified vendors to provide current model year or newer Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) Standard Minivans and Passenger Vans for its State Transit Program through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) numbered IFB605CO24000912. The procurement will acquire approximately 10 minivans and 30 passenger vans, with vehicles required to meet specific technical specifications including extended wheelbase configurations and compliance with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS). Bids are due on April 24, 2024, at 2:00 PM CDT, with all questions required to be submitted at least 10 calendar days prior to the due date. Vendors may submit bids electronically through MissouriBUYS or by mail, with hard copy submissions requiring five days advance notice. The contract will run from execution through May 31, 2025, with an option for four additional one-year renewals. Evaluation criteria will focus on selecting the lowest, most responsive, responsible, and reliable vendor, with specific emphasis on meeting mandatory requirements, domestic content specifications, and comprehensive documentation including manufacturer warranties, floor plans, and certification materials.

The solicitation has a zero Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) goal, though DBE participation is encouraged. A partial Buy America waiver has been issued by the Federal Transit Administration, requiring a minimum of 70% domestic content with final vehicle assembly mandated to occur in the United States. The contract allows for cooperative purchasing by other Missouri counties, cities, and political entities, expanding potential usage beyond the initial transit program. While no specific award value is explicitly stated, historical purchasing patterns suggest an annual procurement volume of 35 standard minivans and 15-20 fifteen-passenger vans. Price increases may be considered after the first six months of the contract, subject to written justification and MoDOT approval. Vendors must provide comprehensive documentation including operator manuals, parts and maintenance manuals, Manufacturer's Statement of Origin (MSO), title application, and post-delivery Buy America documentation. The solicitation is open to all qualified vendors capable of meeting the detailed technical and compliance requirements outlined in the bid documents.