MoDOT STL District - Purchase of New 49' Aerial and Chassis

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) is conducting a Single Feasible Source (SFS) solicitation for the procurement of a new VERSALIFT VST-50-TN non-insulated telescopic articulating aerial platform lift for its St. Louis District. The specific equipment required is a 49' 11" aerial lift with a 54' 11" working height and 30' 7" horizontal reach, mounted on a 2022 Ford F-550 4x2 cab with 84" CA chassis. MoDOT has determined that Drake-Scruggs Equipment is the sole source for this proprietary equipment, which is only available from a single distributor for a limited time. The solicitation is open from April 19, 2024, to April 25, 2024, at 2:00:00 PM CDT, with MoDOT requiring possession of the unit by June 1, 2024. The evaluation criteria will focus on compliance with specifications and identifying the lowest and best bid that meets all mandatory requirements. Vendors must submit electronic responses through the MissouriBUYS eProcurement system, with hard copy submissions potentially permitted with prior buyer approval.

The solicitation encourages participation from Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) and Women Business Enterprises (WBE), with goals of 10% MBE and 5% WBE participation through subcontractors, suppliers, or joint ventures. The procurement includes provisions for the Buy American Act for purchases over $25,000, requiring a preference for goods manufactured or produced in the United States. While there are no specific set-aside requirements, vendors must comply with nondiscrimination regulations and provide certifications related to the Domestic Products Procurement Act and the Anti-Discrimination Against Israel Act. The purchase will be made Free On Board Destination with vendor-specified payment terms, and Drake-Scruggs Equipment is currently identified as the incumbent and sole source vendor. Though a specific award value is not explicitly stated, this is a one-time purchase for a specialized piece of equipment for the MoDOT St. Louis District, with funding expected to come from the department's existing budget.