Kubota BN Industrial Equipment - SW

The State of Louisiana is seeking a statewide contract to procure Kubota Brand Name Industrial Equipment, attachments, accessories, and parts through a competitive bidding process. The solicitation, numbered 3000025544, is specifically targeting new production models of industrial equipment with a maximum unit cost of $400,000, excluding lawn care, agricultural equipment, and utility/ATV vehicles. The contract will serve state departments, universities, vocational schools, local governments, hospitals, and other tax-supported organizations in East Baton Rouge Parish and Baton Rouge City. Vendors must provide a discount off the manufacturer's current published price list and offer a one-year extended warranty. Key procurement dates include a bid opening on November 19, 2025, at 10:00 A.M. Central Time, with written inquiries due by November 4, 2025, and responses provided by November 11, 2025. The initial contract period is 12 months, with potential extensions for two additional 12-month periods, not to exceed a total of 36 months. Evaluation criteria include responsiveness, offering the greatest discount, and meeting the anticipated annual usage threshold of $400,000.

The procurement allows for cooperative purchasing by Political Subdivisions, Quasi State Agencies, External Procurement Units, and U.S. Government Agencies, with vendors having the option to opt-out of cooperative purchasing. No specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned in the documents. Vendors must comply with Louisiana and U.S. product preferences, civil rights laws, ADA accessibility standards, and E-Verify regulations. An administrative fee of 1% will be payable to the Office of State Procurement based on total net sales, and contractors must submit quarterly usage reports. The state will utilize electronic vendor payment solutions, including the LaCarte Procurement Card for purchases under $5,000 and Electronic Funds Transfer for other payments. While no incumbent vendors are listed, the contract emphasizes pre-delivery servicing requirements, including engine tuning, system checks, lubrication, and ensuring equipment is clean and operationally ready. Though a specific budget range is not provided, the solicitation indicates an expected annual usage of $400,000, with potential for significant procurement across various governmental entities.