Mobile Robotic Paint Marking System

The Board of Supervisors of Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College is requesting sealed bids for a mobile robotic paint marking system under ITB 50001-2889, with bids due electronically by September 1, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. Central Time.

LSU seeks one autonomous, portable, GPS-guided robotic field line marking system for layout, initial marking, and remarking of athletic fields across natural grass and synthetic turf surfaces for multiple sports disciplines. The system must weigh approximately 77 pounds with maximum dimensions of 36 inches length by 29 inches width by 28 inches height, operate with a minimum 5-hour runtime on a single charge, accommodate up to 5 gallons of paint, and achieve marking accuracy within 0.4 to 0.8 inches. The system must include a tablet controller with Bluetooth and internet connectivity and a minimum of 100 pre-programmed field templates covering international, NCAA, high school, and youth sports layouts. The system must accommodate imported vector and raster graphics for logos and lettering.

Delivery must occur within three weeks of award, with the supplier required to provide onsite system calibration and operational training. Pricing is firm, net, FOB LSU Destination, inclusive of all delivery charges, taxes, and applicable fees. The bid must include two line items: the mobile robotic paint marking system and any applicable subscription costs (bid $0 if none apply). All costs for the one-year comprehensive manufacturer warranty, five years of technical support, initial training, one extra battery, battery charger, maintenance kit with five-gallon canister, and nozzle and filter kit must be included in the total bid price. The contract will be awarded on an all-or-none basis to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder. Suppliers must be enrolled in LSU's Workday procurement system prior to bid submission and must submit a W-9 or W-8 form. Payment will be made within 30 days of receipt of a properly executed invoice or delivery and acceptance, whichever is later. Bid opening will be conducted electronically via Zoom, with no in-person openings held.