DOTD Arrow Boards, Trailer Mounted(S42)

The Louisiana Department of Transportation & Development (DOTD) is seeking bids for two trailer-mounted arrow boards through a solicitation numbered 3000024361, with responses due by February 26, 2025, at 11:59 PM CST. The procurement is specifically for equipment meeting Equipment Specification 278-000H (Revised 1/12/23), which details a solar-powered arrow board trailer with a 25-light display panel designed for temporary traffic control applications. The required equipment must be a Wanco WTSV-LSAC or equivalent model, new, and compliant with current state and federal safety standards. Bidders must submit their proposals via email to adrian.stallone@la.gov, including the RFx number in the subject line, and provide descriptive literature with their bid. Key specifications include a trailer with a welded structural tube steel frame, removable tongue, 2000 lb capacity axle, LED taillights, and four leveling jacks, along with a sign panel featuring 12 selectable patterns, 25 high-output LED lights, and one-mile visibility. Deliveries will be accepted Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with 24-hour advance notice required, and the delivery location is DOTD Equipment Acquisitions at 7686 Tom Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70806.

The solicitation provides opportunities for vendors to claim preferences through two mechanisms: a Louisiana Preference and a U.S. Preference. The Louisiana Preference offers a 10% price advantage for products produced, manufactured, or assembled in Louisiana, contingent on the bidder's workforce comprising at least 50% Louisiana residents. Similarly, the U.S. Preference provides a 5% price preference for products manufactured within the United States, with specific conditions regarding manufacturing processes and cost comparisons. Bidders must complete and submit the respective preference forms prior to bid opening to be considered. While no specific incumbent vendors are mentioned, the DOTD requires that the manufacturer have at least one authorized dealer in Louisiana capable of providing parts and service. The bid requires unit pricing with no more than two decimal places, and pricing must be complete, including prepaid transportation to the destination. Vendors must be registered in LaPac before bid submission and are strongly encouraged to participate in Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) payments. Pricing must remain firm for a minimum of 30 days for acceptance, though no specific budget range or total contract value is explicitly stated in the provided documentation.