Utility Truck Bed Upgrade

The Missouri Department of Conservation is requesting competitive bids for utility truck bed upgrade and installation on a 2026 International HV507 Tandem Axle vehicle under IFB, with bids due October 30, 2026 at 2:00 PM Central Time. Submission via MissouriBUYS powered by MOVERS is preferred.

Missouri state preferences apply: a 10 percent price preference for domestically produced goods when quality is equal or better and price is the same or lower. Bonus point preferences are available for Service-Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises (3 points) and Honorably Discharged Veteran Enterprises (3 points), both if certified by the State of Missouri Office of Equal Opportunity by the bid opening date. Organizations for the Blind and Sheltered Workshops that meet the greater of $5,000 or 2 percent of total contract value qualify for 5 to 15 bonus points based on commitment level.

The scope includes removal of the existing truck bed and installation of an upgraded truck bed with all labor, materials, equipment, and services necessary for completion. The contractor is responsible for transportation of the Department's truck from Commission Headquarters in Jefferson City, Missouri to the contractor's location and return delivery upon completion. The procurement covers an estimated quantity of 3 units. Pricing shall be submitted as firm, fixed price on a net cost basis, with the value or credit assigned for the existing truck bed removed and retained by the supplier deducted from the upgrade cost. FOB destination and freight prepaid are required. The contract period extends from the date of award through one year.

Prior to award, suppliers must be registered in MissouriBUYS, comply with Missouri tax requirements (providing a "Vendor No Tax Due" certificate), maintain registration with the Missouri Secretary of State, and meet all business compliance requirements. A pre-bid tour is available; Chris Scheppers is the tour contact (573-522-4115 ext. 3283, Chris.Scheppers@mdc.mo.gov). Tanya Senft is the buyer of record (Tanya.Senft@mdc.mo.gov).