SL Bellefontaine Fabric Structure Renovation

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) is soliciting bids for the SL Bellefontaine Fabric Structure Renovation project located at 10601 Lewis & Clark Blvd in St. Louis County. The procurement involves a comprehensive renovation of an existing 100' x 100' fabric structure, with specific requirements to remove and replace the main tarp, both end walls, and gather door with new fabric. Additional project deliverables include replacing gather door tracks, piping, rusted purlins, tensioning pipes, termination bars, and rub rails, as well as installing new lacing, straps, ratchet tensioners, a hand winch, and stainless-steel cables. The project also mandates rust removal and recoating of trusses and baseplates up to 4' from ground level. Bids are due by July 14, 2023, at 2:00 PM CDT, with a targeted project completion date of October 30, 2023. Potential contractors can schedule site visits by contacting Larry Joedicke at 314-343-9505, and written questions must be submitted by July 7, 2023. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on a lump sum pricing model, with the contractor responsible for quality management oversight and compliance with all project specifications.

The solicitation encourages 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) participation is also encouraged. Bidders must provide a 5% bid bond, certified check, cashier's check, or bank money order, and the successful contractor will be required to furnish a 100% performance and payment bond. The project includes liquidated damages of $200 per calendar day for late completion. Contractors must maintain comprehensive insurance coverage, including $4 million in general liability, $4 million in automobile liability, and workers' compensation insurance. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the detailed scope of work suggests a significant renovation project. The contract will include a one-year warranty on all materials and equipment, and the contractor must provide proof of lawful presence in the United States and complete an E-Verify Memorandum of Understanding.