Plot Combine for AgCenter

The Louisiana State University (LSU) has issued an Invitation to Bid (ITB) for the procurement of a Plot Combine for the LSU AgCenter. The bid is due on August 6, 2024, at 11:00 AM CT, and the solicitation number is RFQ-0000002298. The Plot Combine is required for the Breeding program to harvest and collect data for rice plots. The equipment must meet specific technical specifications, including a cabin with air ride seats, 4-wheel drive, hydraulic steering, air conditioning, and a grain tank with a minimum capacity of 1000 L. The combine must also include a HarvestMaster H2 Classic Grain Gauge weighing and sampling system. The bid price must include delivery, on-site setup, and training, with a preferred delivery date before January 31, 2025. The machine must have a minimum 12-month warranty, and technicians must be available within 24 hours for emergency repairs.

The procurement process follows Louisiana state procurement regulations and LSU's procurement policies. Bidders must be registered as suppliers with LSU prior to submitting a bid. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder on an all-or-none basis. No specific set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond were mentioned in the provided information. The budget or award value range was not disclosed.