Slip in Striper for pick-up truck - Graco RoadLaser or equivalent

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) Southwest District is seeking bids for a Graco RoadLaser #25D275 Slip In Striper or equivalent for a pickup truck through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) numbered IFB605SW23002455. The solicitation is specifically for one road striping unit to be delivered to the MoDOT Nevada Maintenance facility, with detailed technical specifications requiring a dual pump system, 450-pound pressurized bead tank, dual gun arm with 3-gun capacity, advanced controller, guide system, gun lift winch kit, rear seat kit, steerable carriage with joystick control, 19 HP Kohler engine, heavy-duty air compressor, and HD camera system. The procurement will be awarded on an "all or none" basis to the lowest responsive bidder meeting all requirements. Bids must be submitted electronically through the MissouriBUYS Statewide eProcurement System, with the submission period running from April 21, 2023, to May 9, 2023, at 2:00 PM CDT. The evaluation criteria include compliance with all mandatory specifications, pricing, and responsiveness to the solicitation requirements. Pricing must be comprehensive, including all shipping and handling costs, with no additional charges permitted.

The solicitation encourages participation from Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) and Women Business Enterprises (WBE), with specific goals of 10% MBE and 5% WBE participation through subcontractors, suppliers, or joint ventures. Service-Disabled Veteran Enterprises are also encouraged to participate, and a Buy American preference of 10% applies for purchases over $25,000, favoring goods manufactured or produced in the United States. Cooperative purchasing arrangements are available for Missouri counties, cities, and other political entities, allowing them to potentially utilize the contract if the vendor agrees. While no specific incumbent vendor is identified, the solicitation indicates that equivalent products meeting or exceeding the specified requirements will be considered. Payment terms are set at Net 30 days, with invoices to be submitted electronically to SWInvoices@modot.mo.gov. Though the exact budget range is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive specifications and detailed requirements suggest a significant investment in road maintenance equipment for the Southwest District of MoDOT.