MoDOT Southeast 20 Ton Tilt Equipment Trailer

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) Southeast District is seeking qualified vendors to furnish two 20-ton tilt equipment trailers through an Invitation for Bid (IFB605SE19001451). One trailer will be delivered to the Malden Maintenance Facility in Malden, Missouri, and the other to the Hayti Maintenance Facility in Hayti, Missouri. The trailers must meet specific technical specifications, including a minimum 20-ton capacity, 35-foot length, dual axle configuration, and a 40,000-pound deck rating. Each trailer is required to have a 30-foot main deck length with an 8-degree load angle. The bid solicitation period runs from January 10, 2019, to January 17, 2019, at 9:30:00 AM CST, with bids to be submitted electronically through the MissouriBUYS Statewide eProcurement System or via hard copy. Vendors must provide detailed information including brand, model number, color, and delivery date, and can also submit optional pricing for configurations without a ramp, without steel over wheels, and with alternative platform materials.

The procurement encourages participation from Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) and Women Business Enterprises (WBE), with target participation goals of 10% MBE and 5% WBE through subcontractors, suppliers, or joint ventures. Service-Disabled Veteran (SDV) businesses are also encouraged to participate. The contract will be awarded to the lowest and best responsive bidder who meets all mandatory specifications and requirements. Vendors must be registered with the Missouri Secretary of State and maintain good standing with the Missouri Department of Revenue. Payment terms are set at Net 30 days, with delivery specified as Free On Board (FOB) Destination. All equipment must be new and of current production models, and prices must include all packing, handling, and shipping charges. Vendors are required to disclose the origin of any products not manufactured in the United States, promoting domestic product preferences.