Tire Chains and Cables

The Missouri Department of Transportation's (MoDOT) Central District has issued an Invitation for Quote (IFQ) soliciting bids for tire chains and cables that meet National Association of Chain Manufacturers (NACM) specifications. The procurement specifically seeks 3 pairs of 315/80R22.5 V-Bar tire chains, 64 pairs of 11R-22.5 V-Bar tire chains, 22 pairs of 315/80R22.5 Z-style tire cables, and 23 pairs of 315/80R22.5 Z-style tire cables for Michelin tires, totaling 112 pairs. The solicitation requires all items to be new, of current production, and to meet precise NACM standards regarding case hardening and alloy content. Vendors must submit their quotes electronically through the MissouriBUYS system by September 10, 2021, at 2:00 PM CDT, with all orders required to be delivered by October 15, 2021. The contract will be awarded on an "all or none" basis to the lowest responsive bidder, with pricing to include all packing, handling, and shipping charges FOB destination and freight prepaid. Pricing must remain valid for 90 days, and all items must be shipped on individual pallets marked with purchase order numbers to enable direct delivery to end locations without repackaging.

The solicitation strongly encourages participation from minority-owned and women-owned businesses, with specific target goals of 10% Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and 5% Women Business Enterprise (WBE) participation through subcontractors, suppliers, or joint ventures. Service-Disabled Veteran (SDV) and Service-Disabled Veteran Enterprise (SDVE) businesses are also encouraged to participate. While no specific budget range is disclosed, the procurement involves 112 pairs of specialized tire chains and cables, suggesting a moderate-value contract. The state reserves the right to purchase using a state purchasing card (VISA) and to increase or decrease quantities as needed. Payment terms are set at Net 30 days, and MoDOT has specified that the contract will be governed by provisions in Title 7 of the Missouri Code of State Regulations. Domestic product preferences apply, and any non-domestic products must be explicitly identified in the bid submission. The solicitation applies specifically to Clark County, Missouri, and is part of MoDOT's Central District procurement strategy.