DOTD H Bearing Steel(S51)

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is seeking sealed bids for 73 pieces of H Bearing Steel (HP 12 x 74, AASHTO M270, Grade 50), with each steel pile measuring 60 feet long, totaling 4,380 linear feet. The procurement is specifically for the Baton Rouge area, covering East Baton Rouge Parish, with bids due by March 20, 2025, at 10:00 AM CST. Delivery requirements include transportation via flatbed truck to the DOTD E&O-Bridg&Fac Maint/Sec51 at FossDr Bridge MU in Baton Rouge, with a mandatory five-working-day delivery notice. Vendors must provide three copies of notarized certified mill test reports in English and understand that materials are subject to laboratory testing before final acceptance. The bid requires electronic submission through LaPac, with unit price bids limited to two decimal places, and must be submitted in the specified unit of measure to be considered for award.

Bidders have opportunities to claim preferential treatment through two distinct mechanisms: a Louisiana preference program offering a 10% price advantage for products produced within the state (requiring at least 50% Louisiana workforce), and a U.S. preference certification providing a 5% price preference for U.S.-manufactured items. To be eligible, vendors must be registered with the Louisiana Secretary of State and complete vendor registration in LaPac prior to bid submission. Payment terms include electronic funds transfer, with compensation processed within 30 days after receipt of a properly executed invoice or delivery. While no specific budget range is mentioned, the solicitation suggests this is a competitive procurement with potential for multiple bidders. Successful vendors must be prepared to meet strict delivery schedules, with deliveries accepted only Monday through Thursday between 7:00 AM and 3:30 PM, and no Friday deliveries permitted.