WaveCel or Equivalent Hard Hats

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) and the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission (MHTC) are seeking bids under solicitation MODOT 0000000385SL for the supply of Hi Viz WaveCel hard hats or equivalent safety equipment. The scope includes various Type II vented safety yellow models, specifically the T2+MAX and T2+PRO in full brim and cap styles. This is a firm fixed-price, low-bid contract awarded on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis. The initial contract period runs from the notice of award through August 31, 2027, with the option for four additional one-year renewals at the discretion of MoDOT. Bidders must submit proposals electronically via the MissouriBUYS portal by August 25, 2026. Requirements include compliance with the Domestic Products Procurement Act (Buy America), certification against economic discrimination against Israel for applicable firms, and adherence to a 15-calendar-day delivery window following the receipt of a purchase order. All shipments must be FOB Destination, freight prepaid. Evaluation is based on mandatory specification compliance, vendor responsibility, and price. Vendors offering alternate brands must provide detailed specification sheets to demonstrate equivalency. Inspection and final acceptance of goods will occur at the destination upon delivery to MoDOT facilities.