DOTD 120 In. Dia. Pipe & Band(D05)

This procurement opportunity issued by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is seeking bids for 120-inch diameter bituminous-coated metal culvert pipe and pipe bands, in accordance with the 2016 Louisiana Standard Specifications for Roads and Bridges. The required pipe and band quantities, delivery location, and technical specifications are detailed in the Request for Bid (RFB). Bidders must provide information on the manufacturer, plant location, and gasket material supplier, which must be selected from the Approved Materials List for Gasket Materials for Culvert Pipe. Bids are due by 11:59 PM CST on September 11, 2024, and the successful bidder will be awarded the contract, which does not include any renewal options. The bid prices must be typed or submitted online, and the bid must be signed by an authorized representative. No split awards will be considered, and the State reserves the right to terminate the contract for convenience or for cause.

The procurement includes a 10% price preference for products that are produced, manufactured, or assembled in Louisiana, provided the bidder's workforce is at least 50% Louisiana residents. Additionally, there is a 5% price preference for products manufactured in the United States. Bidders must complete the required forms to claim these preferences. The contract does not appear to have any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond, and no incumbent vendors or current contractors are listed. The procurement documents do not provide information on the award value or budget range.