Limestone - LDWF

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) is seeking a procurement for limestone delivery to the Floy McElroy Wildlife Management Area (WMA) in Rayville, Louisiana. The solicitation, identified as ITB #3000023948, requires 500 tons of #57 limestone to be delivered and tailgate spread across two specific locations: a 40-acre house site road (approximately 250 tons) and the main road (approximately 250 tons). Precise GPS coordinates are provided for each delivery site. The bid is due on January 7, 2025, at 10:00 AM CST, with a remote bid opening available via Zoom. Vendors must be registered in the LaGov system to submit bids and will be evaluated based on being the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting the specified requirements. Evaluation criteria will focus on compliance with limestone specifications, delivery capabilities, and the ability to provide F.O.B. destination with tailgate spread services. All bid prices must include delivery and spreading costs, with payment terms set at net 30 days after proper invoice or delivery.

Participation in this contract opportunity requires vendors to be registered in the Louisiana Procurement and Contract Network (LaPac) and LAGOV Vendor Portal. The state provides preference to bidders with at least 50% Louisiana resident workforce and U.S.-manufactured products. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly detailed, the procurement process emphasizes fair and open competition. Payment will be processed electronically through either a LaCarte procurement card (for purchases under $5,000) or Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). The state reserves the right to reject individual line items and award the contract on an individual basis. Though a specific budget range is not provided, the total procurement value is anticipated to be relatively modest, covering 500 tons of limestone delivery and spreading services. Vendors should carefully review all attached documents, including the online bidding instructions and special terms and conditions, to ensure full compliance with the solicitation requirements.