# Louisiana Procurement and Contract Network #3000026862

Louisiana State University Bucket Truck Procurement

**Posted:** November 02, 2026
**Respond By:** November 24, 2026
**Identifier:** 3000026862
**NAICS:** 423110

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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