Trailer Type Maintenance Distributor

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT), Central District, has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB605CD19000844) for a new Trailer Type Maintenance Oil Distributor to be delivered to the Cuba Maintenance Facility. The procurement seeks an Etnyre 1000 gallon trailer maintenance distributor or equivalent, with specific technical requirements including a 50HP diesel engine, 200 GPM hydraulic motor-driven bitumen pump, and an 8' full circulating spray bar with hydraulic power lift and shift capabilities. The equipment must have 2" fiberglass insulation with aluminum jacketing, dual 6,000 lb axles, and air over electric brakes. The bid solicitation was posted on October 17, 2018, with responses due by October 25, 2018, and pricing required to remain valid through December 31, 2018. Evaluation criteria will focus on the lowest, most responsive, and responsible bidder meeting all mandatory specifications. Vendors must be registered in the MissouriBUYS system to participate, and the final price must include delivery to the specified facility.

The solicitation encourages participation from Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) and Women Business Enterprises (WBE), with specific participation goals of 10% MBE and 5% WBE through subcontractors, suppliers, or joint ventures. MoDOT has included cooperative purchasing provisions, allowing Missouri counties, cities, and other political entities to potentially purchase the equipment under the same contract terms. The procurement does not specify a specific budget range or award value, but payment terms are set at Net 30 days with FOB destination delivery. No incumbent vendor is identified, and there are no explicit restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond beyond the MissouriBUYS registration requirement. The successful vendor will be required to provide equipment training within 15 days of delivery, covering safe operation and routine maintenance. Additionally, the solicitation includes provisions for domestic product considerations and allows vendors to submit multiple proposals meeting the specified requirements.