Vehicle Detection- Radar

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) Northwest District is conducting a Single Feasible Source (SFS) solicitation for vehicle detection-radar equipment, specifically the Smart Micro radar type 48 TRUGRD stream vehicle detection system. The procurement is limited to Traffic Control Corporation, which MoDOT has determined is the only source capable of providing the required equipment. The solicitation covers the procurement period from March 20, 2024, to March 27, 2024, with bids due by 2:00 PM CDT on the closing date. Vendors must submit responses electronically through the MissouriBUYS eProcurement system and provide information demonstrating their ability to supply the required commodities. The delivery location is the MoDOT facility at 3602 N Belt Highway in St. Joseph, Missouri, with Free on Board Destination terms and Net 30 payment terms. Evaluation criteria include compliance with mandatory specifications, lowest and best bid responsiveness, and vendor responsibility.

The solicitation encourages participation from Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) and Women Business Enterprises (WBE), with target participation goals of 10% MBE and 5% WBE. Service-Disabled Veteran (SDV) and Service-Disabled Veteran Business (SDVE) preferences are also acknowledged. The procurement is conducted under Missouri state regulations 7 CSR 10-11.020, which allow for single feasible source purchases when supplies are proprietary and only available from a single manufacturer or distributor. Vendors must maintain adequate liability insurance, with MHTC and MoDOT listed as additional insureds. The Domestic Products Procurement Act applies to commodity purchases over $25,000, offering a 10% price preference for American-made products. While no specific total contract value is disclosed in the documentation, the solicitation indicates this is a single purchase for the specified vehicle detection-radar equipment.