Sign Truck - DOTD Bid Cancelled: 05/29/2025 - Addendum No. 01 Date Issued: 5/23/2025 Your reference is directed to

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is procuring a specialized Sign Truck through an Invitation to Bid (ITB) solicitation numbered 3000024611. The procurement specifically seeks one new Ford F550 2WD crew cab class 5 truck with a 19,500 lbs Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), including a DuTec 148459 crane sign service body, designed for sign installation and maintenance work. The vehicle must include a 7.3L gasoline engine, power-assisted 4-wheel disc brakes, dual color warning lights, high visibility reflective tape, and a complex sign storage and compartment system. Bidders must be licensed by the Louisiana Motor Vehicle Commission and submit a valid dealer's license, completed Attachment A (Special Terms & Conditions), Attachment B (Equipment Specifications), and descriptive literature. The bid is scheduled for public opening on May 6, 2025, at 10:00 AM CST, with online bid submissions available through the LaGov vendor system. All products must be new, current model, and never previously used, with vendors required to comply with state and federal requirements including civil rights laws and ADA accessibility standards.

The procurement appears to have no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, though bidders must meet comprehensive state requirements including workforce composition certifications and potential Louisiana product origin preferences. Vendors must provide certification of origin, odometer disclosure, warranty documentation, and dealer inspection reports. The state intends to use LaCarte Procurement Cards for purchases under $5,000 and Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) for other transactions. While no specific incumbent vendor is mentioned, the procurement requires the manufacturer to have at least one authorized dealer in Louisiana. Bidders must submit certifications regarding Israel boycotts, firearm industry relations, and federal suspension or debarment status. Although a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the detailed technical specifications suggest this is a specialized procurement with potentially significant equipment value, likely in the range of $75,000 to $125,000 for the fully equipped specialized sign truck.