2026 model year or newer TRI-axle dump truck

The Ouachita Parish Police Jury is seeking sealed bids for one to ten 2026 model year or newer tri-axle dump trucks through a competitive procurement process scheduled for bid opening on November 13, 2025, at 2:30 PM CST. The procurement requires specific technical specifications, including a 12.8L 470 HP diesel engine, Allison 4000 RDS Automatic transmission, and a Warren WXL-4248 (or equivalent) dump body with precise construction requirements. Vendors must submit a base price along with optional extended warranty pricing for the engine and entire truck, with mandatory warranty coverage including two years/unlimited mileage standard warranty and three-year powertrain and transmission warranty. Electronic bid submissions will be accepted through BidNetDirect, with delivery expected within 250 days of the purchase order. Bidders must provide comprehensive documentation including technical and parts manuals, an occupational license, vendor data sheet, W-9 form, and tax identification number to be considered for the contract.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Potential bidders must be qualified commercial truck and heavy equipment vendors capable of meeting the detailed technical specifications for the tri-axle dump trucks. The procurement allows for multiple units to be purchased, with a potential maximum of ten trucks, suggesting a flexible procurement approach. While specific budget ranges are not detailed in the document, bidders are required to include all shipping and handling costs in their pricing, with the Parish being exempt from sales and use tax. The Parish anticipates issuing a purchase order within 30 days after the bid opening, indicating a relatively quick procurement timeline. The comprehensive warranty options, including an optional five-year/250,000 mile extended warranty, suggest the Parish is seeking high-quality, durable equipment with long-term performance guarantees.