Sign Truck - DOTD

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development is soliciting sealed bids for a sign truck under RFx 3000026734, with bids due October 21, 2026. Bidders must hold a valid Louisiana Motor Vehicle Dealer's License issued by the Louisiana Motor Vehicle Commission and provide proof with their bid or within ten business days of opening; failure to comply results in rejection.

The scope is one complete sign truck equipped with a changeable message sign system capable of displaying traffic information, construction alerts, and public notifications. The vehicle must meet detailed technical specifications including minimum 25-foot boom capacity, dual rear wheels, integrated hydraulic systems, and changeable message sign technology with performance criteria for message visibility, weather resistance, and durability under Louisiana climate conditions. All vehicles must be new, of current manufacture, fully serviced and ready for use, delivered with Louisiana safety inspection sticker affixed, complete certification of origin, odometer disclosure statement, warranty information, owner's manual, dealer inspection records, temporary license, and notarized invoice. Dealers are responsible for all make-ready adjustments and equipment installations at no additional cost.

Delivery is required within 180 days of contract award. The contract term is one year from the delivery date, with renewal options for up to four additional one-year periods at DOTD's discretion. Bids will be evaluated on technical compliance and cost competitiveness and awarded on an all-or-none basis to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder. Payment will be made on a unit price basis electronically through LaCarte Procurement Card for purchases of $5,000 and under or Electronic Funds Transfer for larger amounts. A waste tire fee will be added to the award amount and is not included in the bidder's price. Bidders must certify compliance with Louisiana preference provisions regarding Louisiana-based workforce, Louisiana products, and U.S. manufacturing requirements for motor vehicles. Bids may be submitted physically to the Office of State Procurement at the Claiborne Building in Baton Rouge or online through the LaGov vendor portal.