Lease Telescopic Boom Lift for the Physical Plant Dept. Fax Inquiry Deadline 8/12/2025

Southeastern Louisiana University's Purchasing Department has issued an Invitation to Bid (ITB) for leasing a specialized telescopic boom lift for the Physical Plant Department. The procurement seeks a 60' to 65' self-propelled, 4WD, Diesel Telescopic Straight Boom Lift, specifically comparable to a Genie S-65 model. Bids must be submitted by mail or in-person by August 26, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. Central Time, with fax responses strictly prohibited. The bid response form requires comprehensive pricing details, including monthly lease costs, transportation and handling, extended warranty, on-site mechanic services, and potential pickup/return fees. The contract period will span three years, not exceeding thirty-six months, commencing on October 10, 2025. Lease payments are scheduled for the 15th of each month and are contingent upon Louisiana Legislature fund appropriations. Bidders must include anticipated property tax charges in their unit pricing, with the understanding that the university is exempt from state sales and use taxes.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention set-aside designations or restrictions for specific types of enterprises. The university reserves the right to cancel the contract with 30 days' written notice, and the continued lease remains dependent on ongoing legislative funding. While no incumbent vendors are identified in the documentation, potential bidders should be prepared to provide comprehensive leasing services for the specialized equipment. The bid does not specify a precise budget range, but vendors must be capable of providing a fully functional 60' to 65' telescopic boom lift with associated services. Interested parties should carefully review the detailed requirements, particularly the need for extended warranty, on-site mechanic services, and the university's specific operational requirements. The procurement is specifically located within Vernon Parish, Louisiana, and potential vendors should be prepared to meet the university's precise equipment and service specifications.