Sweeper Trucks - DOTD

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is seeking to procure four mechanical sweeper trucks through a competitive bidding process for use in East Baton Rouge Parish and Baton Rouge City. The solicitation, identified as RFx 3000024314, requires a 33,000# GVWR mechanical sweeper truck with specific technical specifications, utilizing an International MV607 cab & chassis and an Elgin Broom Bear mechanical sweeper unit as reference models. Key deliverables include a fully assembled, tested, and operational vehicle with comprehensive documentation, including bills of sale, certificates of origin, service policies, and various manuals. The bid requires manufacturers to have at least one authorized dealer in Louisiana capable of providing parts and service, and the equipment must meet detailed technical requirements including an 8.9L electronic diesel engine, 300 HP, and an Allison 3500 RDS automatic transmission. The bid is due on March 26, 2025, at 10:00 AM CST, with a virtual bid opening available via Zoom, and bidders must be registered in the LaGov vendor system to submit electronically.

The procurement opportunity includes several Louisiana-specific vendor preferences, including a 10% price preference for Louisiana products and requirements that motor vehicles be produced in the United States with at least 50% U.S. or Canadian components. Vendors must possess a valid Louisiana Motor Vehicle Dealers License and can be expected to provide a minimum 12-month warranty on the total unit, with repairs to be made at the user location or through vendor-arranged pickup and return. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned, the state encourages Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) payments and provides procedural accommodations for small and local businesses. Payment for the procurement will be processed through LaCarte Procurement Card for purchases under $5,000 or via EFT for larger amounts. Though the exact budget is not specified, the procurement is for four sweeper trucks, which suggests a significant investment in municipal infrastructure maintenance equipment. Bidders must submit comprehensive documentation, including completed Attachments A (Special Terms & Conditions), B (DOTD Equipment Specification), and C (Online Bidding Instructions), along with descriptive literature.