WaveCel or Equivalent Hard Hats

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) and Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission (MHTC) are requesting bids on Hi Viz WaveCel hard hats or equivalent Type II models, on an as-needed basis, with bids due August 25, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Central Time. Bidders providing United States-manufactured products receive a 10% price preference under the Domestic Products Procurement Act (Buy American Act).

The scope covers two models in Safety Yellow: the T2+MAX (vented) and T2+PRO (non-vented). Estimated annual usage is approximately 500 units with an 80% vented preference, though actual quantities vary by order from single units to 25 or more depending on hiring and equipment replacement cycles. Orders are placed weekly to quarterly and shipped FOB destination, freight prepaid, to individual MoDOT district office locations throughout Missouri. The desired delivery time is 15 calendar days after purchase order receipt; vendors may propose alternative schedules.

The contract period runs from notice of award through August 31, 2027, with four optional one-year renewals at MoDOT's discretion. Award will be made on a firm fixed pricing, low bid basis to the responsive and responsible bidder with the lowest price meeting all mandatory specifications. Pricing must include all packing, handling, and shipping charges and remain valid for 90 days from bid opening.

Bidders must register with MissouriBUYS, the state's eProcurement system, to be considered for award and must submit Exhibit N regarding domestic product compliance. M/WBE participation is encouraged. Vendors must identify any Service-Disabled Veteran or SDVE involvement and maintain adequate liability insurance naming MHTC and MoDOT as additional insureds. The procurement is open to cooperative purchasing by Missouri counties, cities, and special road districts, though MoDOT will not issue purchase orders, accept delivery, or make payment for items ordered by these entities. No pre-bid conference or site visit is scheduled.