MoDOT Statewide Open Cell Foam Joint System

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB605CO19002570) for a statewide Open Cell Foam Joint System procurement. The solicitation seeks qualified vendors to provide various sizes of open cell foam joint system components, specifically ranging from 1" x 1 3/4" to 4" x 3 1/2" in linear foot measurements, along with corresponding universal 90-degree fittings. The contract period will be one year from the date of Notice of Award, with three additional one-year renewal option periods, and delivery is required within 30 days after receipt of order with 24-hour advance notice. Vendors must be registered in the MissouriBUYS Statewide eProcurement System to participate, and bids are due by May 30, 2019 at 3:00 PM CDT. The contract will be awarded to the lowest and best responsive bidder meeting all mandatory specifications, with pricing evaluated on a per linear foot basis and FOB destination terms. Evaluation criteria include compliance with technical specifications, pricing, delivery capabilities, and overall responsiveness to the solicitation requirements.

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) preferences are also acknowledged, and vendors are permitted to propose cooperative purchasing options for Missouri counties, cities, and other political entities. While no specific incumbent vendor is identified, the contract allows for potential price increases during renewal periods, subject to MoDOT's approval and with vendors required to specify maximum percentage increases. The quantities listed represent MoDOT's best estimate of needs, with the department reserving the right to increase or decrease quantities as necessary. Payment terms are Net 30 days, and MoDOT will accept payments via state purchasing card (VISA). Although a specific award value is not explicitly stated, the statewide nature of the contract and the comprehensive range of joint system sizes suggest a potentially significant procurement opportunity for qualified vendors.