Rebid* Light Towers - DOC-DCI - Addendum No. 1 - Specification Revisions Date Issued: 06/16/25 Your r

The Louisiana Office of State Procurement has issued an Invitation to Bid (ITB) for the Department of Corrections-Department of Corrections Institutions (DOC-DCI) to procure five light towers for the Dixon Correctional Institute located in Jackson, Louisiana. The procurement specifically seeks TRIMEUSA X-RENT light towers or equivalent models with stringent technical specifications, including a 6 LED head with 1920W light output, minimum 27' height, 50 MPH wind rating, fully retractable stabilizers, and a Kubota Tier 4 engine. Deliverables must include light towers with a Linz Alumen alternator, Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel fuel system, 30-gallon fuel capacity, and capability for 72-hour continuous operation. The bid opening is scheduled for June 24, 2025, at 10:00 AM CST, with bids to be submitted through the LaGov vendor portal, requiring mandatory online registration. Evaluation criteria will focus on identifying the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all specified technical requirements, with the state reserving the right to reject individual line items.

Vendor participation is subject to several important restrictions and qualifications, including mandatory registration with the Louisiana Secretary of State for corporations and limited liability companies seeking contracts over $25,000. Vendor representatives must undergo vehicle, possession, and personal searches, as well as background checks due to the correctional facility environment. The procurement includes preferences for Louisiana-based businesses, with potential advantages for vendors employing a Louisiana workforce of at least 50% Louisiana residents or manufacturing products within specified cost margins. Bidders must comply with various state and federal regulations, including civil rights compliance, anti-kickback clauses, clean air and water act provisions, and E-Verify requirements. While a specific contract value is not explicitly stated, the procurement involves five light towers with comprehensive technical specifications and delivery requirements. Vendors must provide a standard 1-year limited warranty and deliver equipment Monday through Friday between 7:00 am and 3:30 pm, with freight included to the site.