Synthetic Tow Straps, Kinetic Ropes, and Screw Pin Anchor Shackles

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) Southwest District is soliciting bids for synthetic tow straps, kinetic ropes, and screw pin anchor shackles through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) numbered IFB605SW23001810. The procurement specifically seeks five line items: heavy duty kinetic ropes (58,000 lbs working load/72,500 lbs breaking strength), light duty kinetic ropes (16,125 lbs working load/20,160 lbs breaking strength), heavy duty synthetic tow straps (58,000 lbs working load/72,500 lbs breaking strength), light duty synthetic tow straps (16,125 lbs working load/20,160 lbs breaking strength), and heavy duty 1-1/4" galvanized steel screw pin shackles (120,000 lbs minimum breaking strength). The products must meet or exceed specified technical requirements, including specific safety factors (1.25:1 for kinetic ropes, 2:1 for synthetic tow straps). Orders will be placed on an "as needed/if needed" basis from the contract award through February 28, 2024, with two potential one-year renewals available. The solicitation will be awarded per item to the lowest responsive bidder meeting all requirements. Bids are due by February 17, 2023, at 5:30 PM CST, and must be submitted electronically through the MissouriBUYS Statewide eProcurement System.

The procurement encourages participation from Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) and Women Business Enterprises (WBE), with goals of 10% MBE and 5% WBE participation through subcontractors, suppliers, or joint ventures. Bidders must be registered in MissouriBUYS with an approved status and provide specification sheets detailing product specifications and warranty information. The contract includes provisions for the Buy American Act, providing a 10% price preference for American-made products on purchases over $25,000. Pricing must be FOB destination, with all shipping costs included in the unit price, and no additional charges will be allowed on invoices. Payment terms are Net 30 days, and invoices must reference purchase order numbers. The contract includes an escalation clause that allows for potential price increases after the first six months, subject to MoDOT's approval. Additionally, the contract permits cooperative purchasing by Missouri counties, cities, and other political entities, with any additional costs to be negotiated between the vendor and the local agency.