DOTD Pre-Wet Systems(S42)

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is seeking bids for Pre-Wet Systems for winter road maintenance equipment, specifically soliciting two distinct configurations: 5 units of a 4 cubic yard (CY) Pre-Wet System and 1 unit of a Frame Mount Pre-Wet System. The preferred equipment models are the SaltDogg LS-25 for the 4 CY system and SaltDogg LS-9 for the frame-mounted system, with equivalent alternatives considered. The Pre-Wet kits are designed to enhance salt spreader functionality, featuring polyethylene tanks with 210-gallon and 30-gallon capacities respectively, powered by 12-volt electric diaphragm pumps. Technical specifications include a 3.0 gallons per minute flow rate, 45 PSI operating pressure, and variable speed in-cab controllers. The systems require comprehensive accompanying components such as hoses, valves, fittings, filters, wiring connectors, stainless steel brackets, and tie-downs. Bid responses must be submitted via email to adrian.stallone@la.gov by April 2, 2025, at 11:59 PM CST, with the RFx number included in the subject line, and all products must be new and current models with delivery expected by June 30, 2025.

The solicitation includes preference opportunities for Louisiana and U.S. manufacturers, with a 10% preference for Louisiana-produced items and a 5% preference for U.S.-manufactured products, subject to specific qualifying conditions. Vendors must have a workforce consisting of at least 50% Louisiana residents to claim the state preference and must be registered in LaPac prior to bid submission. Corporations and limited liability companies must be in good standing with the Louisiana Secretary of State for contracts exceeding $25,000. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the procurement is constrained by fiscal year limitations, with payment to be made within 30 days after order receipt and a strong encouragement for vendors to accept Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) payments. The DOTD reserves the right to reject bids that cannot meet the delivery timeline, and all unit prices must not exceed two digits to the right of the decimal point. Vendors must provide brand and model specifics in their submissions and ensure their products meet the comprehensive technical specifications outlined in the bid documents.