MoDOT Statewide Glass Beads Type L and Type PM

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) and the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission (MHTC) are seeking qualified vendors to provide Glass Beads Type L and Type PM for highway striping operations throughout the state of Missouri. This Invitation for Bid (IFB605CO24000158) covers the procurement of glass beads for use in road marking, with a contract period from January 1, 2024 through December 31, 2024, and the option for up to four one-year renewals. MoDOT estimates a maximum weekly order of 21 loads during the striping season, with each normal load consisting of 38,000 pounds (19 2,000-pound bags). The glass beads must comply with specific MoDOT technical specifications: MGS-03-06D for Type PM beads and MGS-94-01I for Type L beads. Vendors must have the capacity to meet the maximum weekly order rate and be prepared to deliver glass beads with peak usage periods in spring and fall for Type PM beads, and during June, July, and August for Type L beads. Bids are due by November 28, 2023 at 2:00 PM Central Time, with pricing to be evaluated on a statewide basis and the contract awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.

The solicitation encourages participation from Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) and Women Business Enterprises (WBE), with specific goals of 10% MBE and 5% WBE participation through subcontractors, suppliers, or joint ventures. Service-Disabled Veteran (SDV) businesses are also encouraged to participate. Vendors must comply with the Domestic Products Procurement Act and provide proof of compliance with employment eligibility verification requirements. Historical usage data indicates that MoDOT has consumed approximately 12-14 million pounds of glass beads annually in pre-pandemic years, with a fairly even split between Type PM and Type L beads. The contract includes provisions for liquidated damages if specifications are not met, with deduction rates ranging from 5% to 50% based on the percentage out of specification. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the historical usage suggests a significant annual procurement value. Vendors must be prepared to provide delivery FOB destination with Net 30 payment terms and have the ability to replace any rejected shipments within 5 business days.