Louisiana Procurement and Contract Network #3000026626

Louisiana DOTD Solicits Diesel Engine Driven Arc Welder, 400 AMP

The State of Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is seeking bids for a new diesel engine driven arc welder with a 400 AMP capacity, referencing Miller Big Blue 400 Pro as a representative model. - Government Buyer: - State of Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) - OEMs and Vendors: - Miller (referenced as representative OEM) - Equivalent products from other OEMs are acceptable - Products/Services Requested: - Diesel engine driven arc welder, 400 AMP, liquid cooled diesel engine (minimum 20 HP) - Part number: 275-000 (specification reference) - Quantity: 1 unit - Must support Stick (SMAW), MIG (GMAW), Flux-cored (FCAW), DC TIG (GTAW), and Air carbon arc/Arc gouging (CAC-A) welding processes - 10 kW generator, 120/240 VAC single phase - Suitcase wire feeder (from same manufacturer as welder) with voltage and amperage control - MIG/Flux-cored gun (minimum 15 ft, 300A) - Wireless remote control (engine start/stop, voltage/amperage control, machine status, weld process selection; minimum 300 ft range) - Protective waterproof cover - Dimensions: approx. 55-60" long, 22-28" wide, 30-36" high; weight: 900-1100 lbs - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Equipment must be new, self-contained, fully enclosed - Must comply with current state and federal safety and emission standards - Delivery must include test run, full assembly, Louisiana safety inspection, and provision of service/operator manuals (hardcopy and digital) - Bidders must be manufacturers with at least one authorized dealer in Louisiana for parts and service - Louisiana and U.S. product preferences available if criteria are met - Only one unit requested

Description

This solicitation is for the procurement of a diesel engine driven arc welder suitable for various welding processes including stick, MIG, flux-cored, DC TIG, and air carbon arc/arc gouging. The equipment must meet detailed specifications including a minimum 20 HP liquid cooled diesel engine, 400 amp welding output, and additional accessories such as a suitcase wire feeder and wireless remote control. The welder must be new, fully assembled, and compliant with state and federal safety and emission standards. The solicitation is managed by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development with a response deadline of August 26, 2026.

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