Hydro Jetter, Trailer Mounted - DOTD

The State of Louisiana's Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) has issued an Invitation to Bid (ITB) solicitation number 3000024617 for the procurement of one (1) Hydro Jetter, Trailer Mounted, specifically seeking the O'Brien 7040-SC model or an equivalent culvert cleaner hydro jetter trailer. The bid is scheduled for public opening on May 7, 2025, at 10:00 AM CST, with online submissions accepted through the LaGov vendor portal. Bidders must register in the LaGov system and are required to specify the exact brand and model of the equipment they are offering. The procurement method indicates the contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder meeting the specified requirements. Vendors must submit all necessary documentation, including a W-9 form, and are advised that delivery will be accepted Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with a requirement to call 24 hours prior to delivery. Pricing must exclude waste tire fees, and any miscellaneous fees must be included in the bid pricing.

The procurement appears to have no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on vendor types, making it an open competitive bid. The state reserves the right to repurchase the item at the same prices, terms, and conditions for one year from the original purchase order date. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the procurement is for a single trailer-mounted hydro jetter, suggesting a moderate equipment acquisition budget. The contract encourages electronic funds transfer (EFT) payments and is limited to the jurisdictions of East Baton Rouge Parish and Baton Rouge City. Vendors should note that the bid is for a specialized piece of equipment used in transportation and infrastructure maintenance, likely intended to support DOTD's culvert and drainage infrastructure cleaning operations. The procurement process emphasizes competitive pricing, technical compliance, and vendor responsibility as key evaluation criteria.