Outrigger Assembly

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT), specifically the St. Louis District, is conducting a Single Feasible Source (SFS) procurement for an outrigger assembly to replace a failed unit within their fleet. The solicitation, identified as SFS605SL23000369, is a one-time purchase with MoDOT determining that Pat Kelly Equipment Co., Inc. is the sole viable vendor for this specialized equipment. The procurement period runs from August 17, 2022, to August 24, 2022, with electronic submissions required through the MissouriBUYS eProcurement system. The evaluation criteria will focus on the lowest and best bid that meets all mandatory specifications, with MoDOT reserving the right to reject any and all bids. Delivery terms are specified as Free On Board Destination, with Net 30 Days payment terms. The solicitation is based on the proprietary nature of the outrigger assembly, which is only available from the manufacturer or a single distributor, as outlined in the Missouri Code of State Regulations 7 CSR 10-11.020.

While the solicitation does not specify a precise award value, it includes provisions encouraging minority and women-owned business participation, with a suggested goal of 10% Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and 5% Women-owned Business Enterprise (WBE) involvement through subcontractors, suppliers, or joint ventures. The procurement is subject to various state and federal statutes, including nondiscrimination requirements and the Domestic Products Procurement Act. For purchases over $25,000, there is a Buy American preference that provides a 10% price advantage for goods manufactured or produced in the United States. No incumbent vendor information is provided beyond Pat Kelly Equipment Co., Inc. being identified as the sole source. The solicitation is open to all vendors, though the single feasible source determination significantly limits potential competition. Any vendors interested in challenging the sole source designation must provide information demonstrating their ability to supply the required outrigger assembly prior to the contract award.