Rebid - Bobcat BN Industrial Equip - SW

The State of Louisiana is soliciting bids for a statewide contract to provide Bobcat brand industrial equipment, parts, attachments, and accessories through an open-ended requirements contract. The procurement opportunity, identified by solicitation number 3000025235, will be publicly opened on September 9, 2025, at 10:00 AM Central Time. Eligible entities include political subdivisions, quasi-state agencies, and other authorized organizations, with the state intending to award the contract to the most responsive and responsible bidder offering the greatest discount off the manufacturer's current published price list. Bidders must be registered in the LaGov vendor system and submit comprehensive documentation, including price lists, catalogs, and literature at no cost. The contract has a maximum unit price of $400,000 per item and will be effective for an initial 12-month period with options to renew for two additional 12-month periods, not exceeding 36 months total. Evaluation criteria include the percentage discount offered, compliance with specifications, and the ability to meet delivery terms of F.O.B. destination. Written inquiries were due by August 26, 2025, with responses provided by September 2, 2025.

The contract does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Vendors must comply with various state and federal regulations, including civil rights laws, ADA accessibility requirements, and anti-discrimination provisions. An administrative fee of at least 1% will be payable to the Office of State Procurement, and contractors are required to submit quarterly usage reports. The contract covers new models of Bobcat industrial equipment currently in production, specifically excluding lawn care, agricultural, and utility/ATV equipment. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the procurement is structured to serve state departments, universities, vocational schools, local governments, hospitals, and other tax-supported organizations. The anticipated annual usage is estimated at $400,000, with the potential for multiple jurisdictions, including East Baton Rouge Parish and Baton Rouge City, to utilize the contract. Bidders must certify that their pricing was independently determined without collusion and submit bids in United States dollars.