SL Ballas Fuel Island Project

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) is seeking a qualified contractor to install a fully functional fuel island at the Ballas Maintenance Facility located in Town & Country, Missouri. The procurement involves the installation of one 3,000-gallon UL142 double wall cylindrical saddle tank and one Gasboy Model 9853KTW1M DF Hi-Flow twin pump for diesel fuel, along with all necessary components and hardware. Key deliverables include a complete fuel dispensing system with all required infrastructure and equipment. The project requires the contractor to provide a comprehensive installation that meets MoDOT's specifications, with a project completion deadline of November 1, 2024. Vendors must submit bids electronically via MissouriBUYS or by hard copy (with prior notification) by June 7, 2024, at 2:00 PM CDT. Written questions are due by May 30, 2024, with any addendum to be posted by June 4, 2024. Site visits can be scheduled by contacting Larry Joedicke, and the contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Evaluation criteria will include pricing, compliance with specifications, and overall project approach.

The solicitation encourages minority and women-owned business participation, with specific goals of 10% Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and 5% Women Business Enterprise (WBE) participation. Bidders must provide a 5% bid bond or equivalent, and the successful contractor will be required to furnish a 100% performance and payment bond. The contractor must maintain specific insurance coverage, including $4 million in general and automobile liability, and provide a one-year parts and labor warranty on all components. Liquidated damages of $300 per day will be assessed for late completion. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the project involves the installation of a diesel fuel dispenser, tank, and associated infrastructure. MoDOT will handle the electrical work and fuel management systems installation, with final terminations to be coordinated between the awarded contractor and MoDOT personnel. The project does not indicate any specific restrictions on contractor qualifications beyond the ability to meet the technical specifications and project requirements.