DOTD 18" Knee Boots

The Louisiana Department of Transportation & Development (DOTD) has issued a Fax Bid solicitation (number 3000025294) for procuring 18" knee boots for their workforce. The procurement requires rubber, ankle-fitting boots in sizes ranging from 9 to 15, with specific technical specifications including an 18" height, adjustable top strap, non-insulated design, plain toe, slip-on style, and waterproof lining. The total quantity requested is 345 pairs, distributed across various sizes: 60 pairs in size 9, 70 pairs in size 10, 55 pairs in size 11, 60 pairs in size 12, 70 pairs in size 13, 20 pairs in size 14, and 10 pairs in size 15. Vendors must provide the LaCrosse 150040 model or an equivalent, with a weight requirement of 4.5 lbs per pair (+/- 0.5 lbs). The bid responses are due by August 19, 2025, at 11:59 PM CST, and must be emailed to the buyer, Alice Smith. The contract allows for potential renewal, with options to extend for two additional 12-month periods, not exceeding a total contract term of 36 months.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Vendors must be registered in LaPAC prior to bid submission and are encouraged to participate in Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) payments. The Department reserves the right to award items separately or grouped, and bidders quoting "all or none" may not be considered. Discounts will be accepted but will not be a determining factor in the award. The bid emphasizes that all products must be new, never previously used, and include the manufacturer's standard warranty. While a specific award value is not disclosed, the procurement involves 345 pairs of specialized work boots, suggesting a moderate-scale contract. Potential vendors should note that the technical specifications and brand equivalency requirements may limit the pool of qualified bidders.