Louisiana Procurement and Contract Network #3000026862

Louisiana State University Bucket Truck Procurement

Louisiana is seeking one new bucket truck for Louisiana State University A&M College, configured for utility and aerial work. - Government buyer: State of Louisiana, Office of State Procurement / Office of State Purchasing; end user is Louisiana State University A&M College, LSU Facility Services Electrical. - Requested vehicle: One new, production-model, 2WD single-cab Class 5 bucket truck with 19,550-lb. GVWR, utility body, and insulated articulating/telescopic aerial device. - Representative configuration: Ford F-550 cab-and-chassis with an Altec AT48M aerial device, or equivalent. - Chassis requirements include a 7.3L gas V8 rated at 430 HP and 475 ft-lb., automatic transmission, and PTO provision. - Aerial and body equipment includes a one-person fiberglass platform, material-handling jib and winch, outriggers, utility-body compartments and fittings, safety equipment, and accessories. - Named OEMs and equipment brands: Ford, Altec, SoundOff Signal (nRoads Mini light bars), Brooking Industries (XT12D or ST6D perimeter lights), and Maxxima (M84420-B undercarriage lights). Named models are representative; equivalent offerings are permitted. - Notable requirements: The vehicle must be new, meet applicable safety and emissions requirements and stated U.S.-production criteria, and have authorized dealer or field-service support in Louisiana. It must be delivered assembled, tested, fully serviced, and ready for operation, with required vehicle and equipment documentation. Bid price excludes the waste-tire fee and Louisiana safety-inspection sticker cost. - Delivery and performance: No contract term or delivery duration is specified; bidders are to state delivery time in days after receipt of order. Delivery includes testing and preparation for acceptance by LSU.

Description

The Louisiana Office of State Procurement is soliciting bids for the purchase of one bucket truck for Louisiana State University. The truck must meet the attached specifications for a new 2WD single-cab Class 5 vehicle with a utility body and insulated articulating, telescopic aerial device. The solicitation requires completed specification and terms attachments, descriptive literature, and a valid Louisiana motor vehicle dealer's license. Bids are due November 24, 2026, at 10:00 AM CT.

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