2027 Kawasaki Mule SX 2WD utility vehicle or approved equal This is a sealed bid please follow submission instructions on page 2

The Recreation and Park Commission for the Parish of East Baton Rouge (BREC) is requesting sealed bids for twelve 2027 Kawasaki Mule SX 2WD utility vehicles or approved equivalents, with bids due September 9, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. CST.

BREC encourages utilization of disadvantaged business enterprises certified under the Louisiana Unified Certification Program, though this is a non-binding preference rather than a set-aside or mandate.

Each vehicle must feature a 401 cc 4-stroke engine, 12.3 horsepower, CVT drive transmission, 1,100 lb. towing capacity, and cargo box with 399 lb. load capacity. Mounted roofs must meet ROPS performance standards. Vehicles are preferred in green color. All products must be new, never previously used, current model items with manufacturer's standard warranty applying. Bidders must include installed roofs and one lot freight charge in their bid price. Delivery is FOB Destination, prepaid by the bidder.

The initial contract term is twelve months upon award, with two optional renewal periods of twelve months each contingent upon mutual agreement. Bid prices must be complete and firm for a minimum of thirty days and for the full contractual period if accepted. No bid bond is required. Payment terms are Net 30 following receipt of properly executed invoice or delivery, whichever is later. BREC is exempt from all state and local sales and use taxes.

Bids may be submitted electronically through www.bidexpress.com or as sealed paper documents at 6201 Florida Boulevard, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70806. Bids are publicly opened immediately following the closing time in Room 1501 of the BREC Administration Building. BREC reserves the right to reject any or all bids, award items separately or grouped, and award to the lowest responsive bidder meeting all requirements. Inquiries may be directed to Dedra Fountain or Venice Fleming at 225-272-9200, extensions 1581 or 1582.