DOTD Concrete Saw, Diesel(S42)

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is requesting bids on one diesel-powered concrete saw under solicitation 3000026615, with bids due August 20, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. CST. Both a 10% Louisiana-vendor preference under Louisiana R.S. 39:1604(H) & (I) and a 5% U.S.-manufactured preference are available; bidders may claim either or both, but each requires submission of a completed certification form prior to bid opening.

The equipment must be a Husqvarna 5000D or approved equal — a walk-behind, self-propelled concrete saw with a 47-horsepower, 4-cylinder water-cooled diesel engine; 6-gallon fuel tank; three-speed gearbox; electric starter; 15-inch cutting depth; 36-inch blade diameter with 1-inch arbor diameter; 122 feet per minute forward speed; automatic depth stop; and adjustable, telescopic handles and pointers. Operating weight is 1,600 to 1,800 pounds. All equipment must be new, never previously used, and of current model specification. Bidders must include brand and model numbers and descriptive literature with their bids.

The Louisiana preference applies when the Louisiana-produced or assembled product does not exceed the out-of-state cost by more than 10%, the vendor agrees to sell at the lowest bid price offered, and the bidder's Louisiana workforce comprises a minimum of 50% Louisiana residents. The U.S. preference applies when U.S.-manufactured products are equal in quality and cost does not exceed foreign alternatives by more than 5%. If multiple bidders qualify for either preference, the lowest-priced qualifying bidder may match the lowest competing bid price.

Pricing must be firm for a minimum of 30 days, quoted F.O.B. destination to the DOTD Equipment Acquisitions office in Baton Rouge with no additional fees permitted. Delivery is accepted Monday through Thursday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. with 48 hours' notice. Bidders must register with LaPac prior to submission and comply with E-Verify, civil rights, and environmental regulations. Bids should be submitted via email to adrian.stallone@la.gov with the RFx number in the subject line.