Model: New 2027 Freightliner 114SD Plus or approved equal, configured for heavy-haul lowboy trailer towing; tractor only, no body upfit.
Powertrain: Detroit DD13 Gen 5 12.8L diesel, 525 HP and 1,850 lb-ft torque, with DT12-1850-OHE 12-speed overdrive automated manual transmission or approved equal.
Capacity: 52,000 lb gross vehicle weight and 80,000 lb gross combination weight; 14,700 lb front axle and 40,000 lb tandem rear axles with 3.55 ratio.
Chassis: 230-inch wheelbase, 14,600 lb front suspension, 46,000 lb rear air suspension, and front/rear air disc brakes.
Towing and PTO: Holland FW35 24-inch air-slide fifth wheel or approved equal; rear-mounted PTO with 1:1.32 ratio for a customer-installed hydraulic pump.
Tanks: 120-gallon right fuel tank and 140-gallon left split tank with 90-gallon fuel/50-gallon hydraulic capacity.
Cab: White high-roof extended conventional cab, air conditioning, and air-suspension driver and passenger seats.
Delivery and pricing: Fully assembled, serviced, fueled, and ready to operate. Include delivery and all miscellaneous fees; exclude waste tire and safety inspection sticker fees. Provide unit pricing, brand/model, specifications, and delivery lead time.
Service support: Manufacturer-authorized parts and warranty service available in Louisiana.
The basics
Due
November 5, 2026 18 days left
Where
Louisiana
Posted on
Louisiana LaPAC
Solicitation
3000026775
What the solicitation documents require
We read the solicitation documents for this bid (1 document, 9 pages). Each item shows the file and page it came from. Check the original documents and any addenda before you bid.
Submit online through the LaGov vendor portal link on the bid invitation. Vendors must be registered in LaGov, with a vendor ID and password, for bids to be tabulated. (Solicitation document, p. 2)
Non-electronic responses go to Office of State Procurement, 1201 N. Third Street, Suite 2-160, Baton Rouge, LA 70802. (Solicitation document, p. 1)
Bid bond and performance bond amounts, if applicable, are addressed in the Special Terms and Conditions (Attachment A). (Solicitation document, p. 4)
Licenses and certifications
Bidders must be licensed by the Louisiana Motor Vehicle Commission and include a copy of a valid dealer's license (La. R.S. 32:1254) with the bid. (Solicitation document, p. 2)
If the dealer's license is not included, provide it within 10 business days after bid opening or the bid will be rejected. (Solicitation document, p. 2)
Must be registered and in good standing with the Louisiana Secretary of State to hold a purchase order or contract over $25,000. (Solicitation document, p. 9)
Enter a unit price for each line item (2 EA). Prices must include delivery F.O.B. destination, and misc. fees except waste tire fee and safety inspection sticker. (Solicitation document, p. 3)
Attachment C is the Online Bidding Instructions, and all solicitation documents should be included in the submission. (Solicitation document, p. 2)
Scope highlights
Purchase of two Tractor Haul Transport Units for the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry per Attachment B specifications. (Solicitation document, p. 2)
Delivery to LA Property Assistance Agency Warehouse, 1059 Brickyard Lane, Baton Rouge, LA 70802. (Solicitation document, p. 1)
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