26-012 Work Boots

The St. Charles County Government is seeking bids for work boots for employees of the Highway Department. The county is looking to purchase approximately 100 pairs of boots. The boots must meet certain specifications, including being full grain, waterproof, and having a Gore-Tex bootie. The successful vendor will be required to have a local site where employees can try on the boots and must have sufficient stock to make special orders generally unnecessary. The contract will be for an approximate 12-month period. • The boots must be manufactured or produced in the United States, as per the Missouri Domestic Products Procurement Act. • The vendor must provide proof of compliance with the Buy American preference. • The vendor must not knowingly employ any person who is an unauthorized alien in connection with the contracted services. • The vendor must enroll and participate in a federal work authorization program (E-Verify) with respect to employees hired after enrollment in the program. • The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder, unless additional criteria are established.