Rebid* 18 Wheeler - RPCC

The State of Louisiana's Office of State Procurement, procuring on behalf of River Parishes Community College (RPCC), is requesting bids for one new 18-wheeler truck with sleeper cab under ITB 3000026681, with bids due October 7, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Central Standard Time. Bidders must hold a valid Louisiana Motor Vehicle Dealer's License issued under Louisiana Revised Statutes 32:1254 and submit a copy with their bid or within 10 business days following bid opening, or face rejection. Louisiana preference provisions apply to bidders with a Louisiana business workforce comprised of at least 50% Louisiana residents.

The specified vehicle is a 2026 model year Kenworth T880 Sleeper Cab or equivalent, featuring a PACCAR MX-13 engine with automated transmission, ABS, traction control, and AG 400 suspension. The sleeper cab must provide a minimum 52-inch mid-roof with dual air ride seats and seating for 5–6 persons. Safety systems include collision mitigation, adaptive cruise control, automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning, electronic stability control, multiple cameras, and blind-spot monitoring. The vehicle must be produced in the United States with at least 50% of component parts produced in the United States or Canada, a final assembly point in the United States, or an engine or transmission origin in the United States. The vendor must demonstrate Louisiana authorized dealer representation with trained technicians capable of warranty and repair services. The bidder must submit detailed specifications acknowledging compliance with each section and noting any exceptions on the designated exceptions page. Delivery must include a test run, Louisiana safety inspection, notarized bill of sale, certificate of origin, owner's and service manuals in hardcopy and digital formats, and detailed build sheets.

Bids must be firm for a minimum of 30 days and submitted through the LaGov vendor portal or to the Claiborne Building, Suite 2-160, 1201 North Third Street, Baton Rouge. Bid opening and award are on an all-or-none basis to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder. Payment will be made within 30 days of invoice receipt or delivery, whichever is later, via LaCarte Procurement Card for amounts under $5,000 or Electronic Funds Transfer for larger amounts. The contract term may be extended for up to two additional 12-month periods at the same prices and conditions, with a maximum total term of 36 months.