Truck Tractors - DOTD

The Louisiana Office of State Procurement has issued solicitation 3000026722 for the purchase of two Class 8, tandem axle truck tractors with a 52,000 lbs. GVWR for the Department of Transportation and Development. Bids are due by October 14, 2026, and must be submitted via the LaGov vendor system or physical mail. The equipment must adhere to DOTD Series No. 158-500C specifications, with the International HX620 cited as a representative model. Bidders must be authorized Louisiana dealers holding a valid Motor Vehicle Commission dealer's license and must provide detailed technical data and descriptive literature for any equivalent models proposed. Award evaluation is based on technical compliance with minimum requirements, price including prepaid transportation to the destination in Baton Rouge, and the specified delivery timeline after receipt of order. Units must be delivered completely assembled, fully lubricated, with full fuel tanks, and must have a Louisiana safety inspection sticker affixed prior to delivery. The vendor is required to perform a test run upon delivery to verify all capabilities. Payment will be processed within 30 days following inspection and approval by the Equipment Engineer. The contract incorporates various state and federal mandates, including non-discrimination certifications, Secretary of State registration for entities, and prohibitions against discriminatory boycotts of Israel and discrimination against firearm industries.