Technical Assistance and Compliance Oversight of MoDOT Grant Sub-Recipients

The Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission (MHTC), operating through MoDOT, is soliciting proposals for technical assistance and compliance oversight of MoDOT grant sub-recipients, with proposals due December 1, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Central Time. No set-aside applies; the solicitation encourages DBE participation under a 0% goal, and offerors must be registered in MissouriBUYS (Powered by MOVERS) to be considered for award.

Required business compliance exhibits include Annual Worker Eligibility Affidavits, proof of lawful presence for sole proprietorships and partnerships, an Anti-Discrimination Against Israel Act Certification, and a Certification Regarding Lobbying. Federal clauses require E-Verify enrollment and compliance with FTA terms, including DBE requirements under 49 CFR Part 26, and flow down to covered subcontracts exceeding $25,000. Insurance minimums are general liability and business automobile liability of $600,000 per person and $4,000,000 aggregate, and Missouri workers' compensation with $1,000,000 employer's liability.

Scope covers on-site and virtual transit sub-recipient compliance reviews under state and FTA requirements, technical assistance to sub-recipients, and support for MoDOT staff administering federal FTA and state transit programs. MoDOT oversees approximately 130 Section 5310 sub-recipients, 26 Section 5311 sub-recipients, 24 Section 5303 regional planning agencies, and 157 state program sub-recipients, with an estimated 41 Section 5310 and 14 Section 5311 on-site reviews annually.

Pricing is a firm fixed price using a provided pricing page with hourly rates for Manager, Technical Staff, Administrative Support Staff, and Other Staff categories. Out-of-pocket expenses must be itemized separately, with mileage and per diem capped at federal GSA Schedule rates, and MHTC requires prior approval before any expense is incurred. The contract runs January 1, 2027 through December 31, 2028, with three one-year renewals at MHTC's sole discretion. Payment terms are Net 45, and pricing must remain valid for at least 90 days after submission.

Evaluation weights are fee (40 points), experience, expertise and reliability (20 points), key personnel (15 points), demonstrated reliability (15 points), and proposed method of performance (10 points). Written questions are due November 6, 2026, an amendment is scheduled for November 13, 2026, and no pre-bid conference or site tour is scheduled.