Dump Trucks - DOTD

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is seeking bids for 18 work dump trucks through an Invitation to Bid (ITB) solicitation number 3000024796, with the procurement focused on 12-yard work dump trucks. The preferred vehicle specifications include a Freightliner M2-112 Cab & Chassis with Warren WXL Series Dump Body or an equivalent model meeting strict technical requirements. Bidders must be registered in the LaGov vendor system and possess a valid Louisiana Motor Vehicle Commission dealer's license. The bid is scheduled to be opened on June 17, 2025, at 10:00 AM CST, with a Zoom link provided for bid opening access. Vendors must submit comprehensive documentation, including completed Attachment A (Special Terms & Conditions), Attachment B (DOTD Equipment Specification), and descriptive literature. The trucks must meet specific technical requirements, including a 56,000-pound gross vehicle weight rating, compliance with state and federal safety and emission standards, and detailed specifications for cab, chassis, electrical systems, and dump body equipment.

The procurement appears to have no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, but does include Louisiana-specific procurement preferences, such as prioritizing Louisiana business workforce and US-produced vehicles. Bidders must have at least one authorized dealer within Louisiana capable of providing parts and service. The solicitation allows for electronic vendor payments through LaCarte Procurement Card (for purchases under $5,000) and Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the procurement involves 18 dump trucks with comprehensive specifications. Vendors must certify they are not suspended or debarred and must comply with civil rights laws, ADA accessibility requirements, and various state and federal regulations. Delivery of vehicles will be accepted Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM CT, and all miscellaneous fees must be included in unit pricing, with the exception of waste tire fees and safety inspection stickers.