Rebid* Exmark BN Lawn/Golf/Turf-SW

The State of Louisiana, specifically targeting East Baton Rouge Parish and Baton Rouge City, is soliciting a statewide contract for Exmark Brand Name Lawn/Golf/Turf Equipment, Attachments, Parts, and Accessories through Invitation to Bid (ITB) number 3000024811. The procurement seeks to establish a 12-month contract with potential extensions for two additional 12-month periods, not exceeding 36 months total. The contract will supply new, current model equipment to state agencies, departments, universities, local governments, hospitals, and other tax-supported organizations, with a maximum net cost of $49,999.00 per unit. Vendors must be registered in the LaGov vendor system and submit comprehensive pricing on Attachment C - Price Sheet for Product Category 21101701. Evaluation criteria will include factors such as probable item life, environmental efficiency, technical qualifications, delivery terms, warranty, maintenance availability, and administrative costs. The bid is scheduled for public opening on June 3, 2025, at 10:00 AM CST, with electronic submissions through the Louisiana Procurement and Contract Network (LaPAC).

The solicitation includes cooperative purchasing options for political subdivisions, quasi-state agencies, and external procurement units, subject to the same pricing and terms. While no specific set-aside designations are mentioned, the contract does include Louisiana preference provisions for businesses with a workforce comprised of at least 50% Louisiana residents. Vendors must provide their most recent commercial price list and GSA price schedule, and will be required to pay an administrative fee of 1% on total net sales to the Office of State Procurement. The contract mandates that all equipment must comply with EPA emission control regulations and be fully serviced, ready for use, with standard operating components and accessories. Contractors must submit quarterly usage reports and accept payment through LaCarte Procurement Card or Electronic Funds Transfer. The anticipated annual usage is estimated at $50,000, with the state seeking to award the contract to the responsive, responsible bidder offering the greatest discount off the manufacturer's current published price list.