Open Cell Foam Joint System

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) is seeking bids for an Open Cell Foam Joint System through an Invitation for Bid (IFB605SL24000747) covering multiple jurisdictions including Franklin County, St. Louis City, and Springfield City. The procurement solicits pricing for eight different sizes of open cell foam joint systems, ranging from 1" x 1 3/4" to 4" x 3 1/2", to be priced and delivered on a per linear foot basis. Delivery is specifically required to two MoDOT locations: the St. Clair Bridge Building D and E in St. Clair, MO, and the Hampton Bridge in St. Louis, MO. The contract period runs from the date of award through October 31, 2024, with options to extend for two additional one-year periods. Bids must be submitted electronically through the MissouriBUYS Statewide eProcurement System by November 2, 2023, at 10:00 AM CDT. Evaluation criteria focus on the lowest and best responsive bid that meets all mandatory specifications, with pricing to be assessed based on the maximum potential financial liability to MoDOT.

The solicitation encourages significant participation from Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) and Women Business Enterprises (WBE), with specific participation goals of 10% MBE and 5% WBE. Service-Disabled Veteran (SDV) and Service-Disabled Veteran Business (SDVE) vendors are also encouraged to participate. The procurement includes provisions for domestic product preferences, with a 10% price advantage for products manufactured or produced in the United States for purchases over $25,000. While no specific incumbent vendor is identified, the contract includes cooperative purchasing provisions allowing Missouri counties, cities, and other political entities to potentially utilize the resulting contract. Vendors must provide adequate liability insurance with the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission (MHTC) and MoDOT listed as additional insureds. Minimum delivery requirements are set at 500 tons per day, with specific restrictions on delivery times, including no deliveries from 30 minutes before sundown to sunrise or on weekends and holidays without specific authorization. Although no precise budget range is specified, the contract allows MoDOT to increase or decrease quantities as needed at the established unit pricing.