Stainless Steel Salt Conveyor

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) Northeast District is seeking a vendor to supply and deliver one Stainless Steel Salt Conveyor to their Headquarters Complex in Hannibal, Missouri. The Invitation for Bid (IFB605NE24000346) is open from August 21, 2023, to September 7, 2023, with bids due by 1:00 PM CDT on September 7, 2023. The procurement will be awarded on an "All or Nothing" basis, with the successful vendor required to provide a complete unit that meets or exceeds the specifications of a Kimco USA salt conveyor. Delivery must be made after receiving a purchase order or notice to proceed, with all delivery costs included in the unit pricing. The vendor must also provide comprehensive equipment training within 30 calendar days of delivery, covering safe operation and routine maintenance for designated operators and mechanics. The bid requires FOB destination delivery, with payment to be made in full within 30 days after complete delivery and receipt of a correct invoice.

The solicitation encourages participation from Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) and Women Business Enterprises (WBE), with specific goals of 10% MBE and 5% WBE participation. Service-Disabled Veteran (SDV) businesses are also encouraged to participate. The procurement is subject to the Domestic Products Procurement Act, which provides a 10% price preference for goods manufactured or produced in the United States for purchases exceeding $25,000. Vendors must be registered with MissouriBUYS, the state's eProcurement system, and can submit bids electronically or via hard copy with prior approval. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the solicitation indicates this is a single-unit procurement with all associated delivery and training costs to be included in the bid. Bidders must comply with various state requirements, including the Anti-Discrimination Against Israel Act Certification and proof of compliance with section 34.353 RSMo prior to contract award.