MoDOT Statewide Trailer Mounted Attenuators (TrMA)

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) is seeking qualified vendors to provide Trailer Mounted Attenuators (TrMA) through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) numbered IFB605CO24001658. The procurement covers TrMA units with and without Changeable Message Signs (CMS), which must meet MASH Test Level 3 crash worthiness requirements and be delivered to multiple MoDOT facilities across Missouri, including locations in St. Joseph, Macon, Hannibal, Lee's Summit, Jefferson City, Ballwin, Joplin, Springfield, Willow Springs, and Sikeston. The solicitation requires vendors to provide base TrMA units with optional accessories such as wireless remote systems, hydraulic lift systems, spare tires, panic confirmation lights, emergency alert lights, and solar power battery systems. Bid responses are due by April 16, 2024 at 2:00 PM CDT, with a contract period spanning from June 1, 2024 through May 31, 2025 and up to four potential one-year renewal options. The evaluation criteria will assess bids based on base and options costs (40 points), design and safety features (45 points), warranty coverage (5 points), delivery timeframe (5 points), and past performance (5 points).

The IFB encourages participation from Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) and Women Business Enterprises (WBE), with specific participation goals of 10% MBE and 5% WBE through subcontractors, suppliers, or joint ventures. Service-disabled veteran-owned businesses are also eligible to participate. The procurement allows for multiple awards, meaning more than one vendor may be selected per item, and vendors can propose volume discounts for orders of 2-4 units and 5+ units. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the solicitation includes provisions for pricing that must be FOB destination with all transportation charges included in unit prices, and vendors must provide hourly rates for onsite and offsite labor. The contract includes standard provisions such as a one-year warranty covering parts, labor, and travel expenses, and potential liquidated damages of $100 per day per item for late deliveries. Vendors must also provide training within one month of delivery and include comprehensive documentation such as operator manuals, parts books, and technical service manuals.