Utility Vehicle - LDWF

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) is seeking to procure a utility vehicle through an Invitation to Bid (ITB #3000024161) for delivery to the WLF/Floy McElroy WMA in Rayville, LA. The specific procurement is for one Honda Pioneer 1000 utility vehicle or an equivalent model with detailed specifications including a windshield, single bench seat, roof, front winch with minimum 3000lb capacity, minimum 999cc engine, automatic transmission, and front and rear drive shafts/4-wheel drive. Bidders must be licensed by the Louisiana Motor Vehicle Commission and include a valid dealer's license with their bid, or provide the license within 10 business days of bid opening. The bid is due by February 5, 2025, at 10:00 AM CST, with a virtual bid opening via Zoom at 9:45 AM CST. Award will be made to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder meeting all specified requirements. Bid prices must remain firm for a minimum of 30 days and include delivery F.O.B. destination.

The solicitation includes several preferences that may benefit certain vendors, including a 10% price preference for Louisiana businesses with workforces comprised of at least 50% Louisiana residents, a 10% preference for Louisiana agricultural and forestry products, and a 5% preference for U.S. manufactured products. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the procurement is for a single utility vehicle, suggesting a moderate-value contract. Payment will be processed through either the LaCarte procurement card (for purchases up to $5,000) or Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Bidders must submit their proposals electronically through the LaPac (Louisiana Procurement and Contract Network) and LAGOV Vendor Portal systems, following the detailed online bidding instructions provided in the solicitation documents. The state reserves the right to reject individual line items from the award, providing flexibility in the procurement process.