Cimline BN Industrial Equipment - SW -

The State of Louisiana, through the Office of State Procurement, is soliciting bids for a statewide contract for Cimline Brand Name Industrial Equipment, Attachments, Accessories, and Parts. The procurement is a competitive bid process targeting state agencies, political subdivisions, quasi-state agencies, and external procurement units. The contract will cover new, currently produced industrial equipment with a maximum unit price of $400,000, excluding lawn care, agricultural equipment, and utility/ATV vehicles. Bidders must submit comprehensive pricing information using Attachment C - Price Sheet, providing a discount percentage off the manufacturer's most current published price list. The bid opening is scheduled for July 23, 2025, at 10:00 AM CST, with an initial contract period of 12 months and potential renewals for two additional 12-month periods, bringing the total potential contract duration to 36 months. Evaluation criteria will focus on the greatest discount off the manufacturer's price list, with vendors required to be registered in the LaGov vendor system and comply with state and federal requirements, including civil rights laws and ADA accessibility standards.

The contract allows for cooperative purchasing, with vendors having the option to opt-out of certain arrangements. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned, the solicitation includes Louisiana preference provisions that may provide price advantages for Louisiana-produced products and United States-manufactured items. Vendors must be registered and in good standing with the Louisiana Secretary of State for contracts over $25,000 and must submit quarterly usage reports. An administrative fee of at least 1% will be payable to the Office of State Procurement based on total net sales. The state intends to make electronic payments using the LaCarte Procurement Card for purchases under $5,000 and Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) for larger amounts. Bidders must provide standard manufacturer warranties and ensure equipment meets published specifications, with parts delivery expected within 3 working days and full pre-delivery servicing. While a specific budget range is not provided, the contract allows for individual equipment purchases up to $400,000, indicating a potentially significant procurement opportunity for industrial equipment suppliers.