Thermoplastic Truck - DOTD Bid Cancelled: 05/27/2025 - Addendum No. 1 – CANCELLATION Date Issued: 5/15/2025 Your reference i

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) has issued an Invitation to Bid (ITB) No. 3000024309 for a specialized Thermoplastic Truck, specifically seeking one large truck with a thermoplastic striping unit for road marking operations. The procurement targets a Peterbilt Model 520 truck with a Thermo Hog TH-16 Thermoplastic Striping Unit or equivalent, requiring an 83,000 lb GVWR tandem axle tilt cab design. Key deliverables include a truck with two 8,000 lb lateral kettles, hydraulic oil heating system, bead delivery system, and comprehensive control mechanisms such as rear operator controls, video monitoring, data logging, and intercom systems. Bidders must possess a valid Louisiana Motor Vehicle Commission dealer's license and submit this documentation within 10 days of bid opening. The bid is due on March 6, 2025, at 10:00 AM CST, with a virtual bid opening via Zoom at 9:45 AM CST, and delivery acceptance available Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM CT at DOTD Equipment Acquisition in Baton Rouge. Vendors must submit completed Attachment A (Special Terms & Conditions), Attachment B (DOTD Equipment Specification), and accompanying descriptive literature through the LaGov vendor portal.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. However, the bid does emphasize preferences for U.S.-manufactured vehicles with at least 50% of component parts produced in the United States or Canada. Electronic bid submission is mandatory through the LaPAC system, and vendors must be registered in the LaGov vendor portal to participate. While a specific budget range is not disclosed, the bid requires comprehensive documentation including certification of origin, warranty information, and safety inspection stickers. The procurement includes additional requirements such as two sets of electronic documentation, three days of technical training, and a virtual pre-delivery conference. Payment will be processed through Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) or LaCarte Procurement Card for purchases under $5,000, with a separate waste tire fee to be added to the bid amount. The vendor must also have at least one authorized dealer within Louisiana capable of providing parts and service with properly trained technicians.