Lab Supplies - DOTD

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is seeking laboratory equipment through Bid #3000024363, a competitive procurement process for specialized scientific instrumentation. The solicitation covers four specific line items: one Despatch Oven (model LBB2-12-2 or equivalent), two Vibratory Screen Shakers (Gilson model TM-6 or equivalent), and one Ultrasonic Screen Cleaner (Gilson model UB-18 or equivalent). The equipment specifications require precise technical capabilities, including a 12 cubic foot forced convection oven with temperature ranges from 40-204 Celsius, vibratory shakers capable of accommodating seven screen trays, and an ultrasonic sieve cleaner compatible with 8-inch and 12-inch test sieves. Bids are due on March 20, 2025, at 10:00 AM CST, with a virtual bid opening via Zoom scheduled for 9:45 AM CST. The procurement will be awarded on an individual line item basis to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all specified technical requirements, with delivery required F.O.B. to multiple DOTD locations in Louisiana, including Baton Rouge, Monroe, and Lake Charles.

The solicitation includes several preferences and restrictions that may impact vendor eligibility, specifically Louisiana and U.S. manufacturing preferences that provide price advantages of up to 10% for Louisiana products and 5% for U.S.-manufactured goods if certain conditions are met. All vendors must be registered in the LaGov system to submit bids and receive automatic notifications, with payment terms established as net 30 days after receipt of a properly executed invoice or delivery. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, vendors should be prepared to provide competitive pricing for specialized laboratory equipment. The state reserves the right to reject individual line items from the award, suggesting flexibility in the procurement approach. Potential bidders must comply with online bidding instructions detailed in Attachment C, which provides comprehensive guidance for submitting bids through the Louisiana Procurement and Contract Network (LaPAC) and LAGOV Vendor Portal systems. Vendors will need to demonstrate technical capability to provide equipment meeting precise DOTD specifications and be prepared to handle delivery and installation across multiple district locations.