Sealed Bids from qualified firms and/or qualified vendors will be received by the ST. MARTIN PARISH GOVERNMENT (St. Martin Parish Fire District) at the ST. MARTIN PARISH FIRE DISTRICT TRAINING CENTER / RUTH BARN, 1035 Ruth Bridge Hwy, Breaux Bridge, LA 70517,
on Wednesday, July 10, 2024, at 10:00 a.m., for the following:
PROVIDE BID FOR: 
ONE (01) NEW COMMERCIAL TANK FIRE APPARATUS VEHICLE
Per LA R.S. 38:2214 (A) The bids will be opened and read aloud.
 
General Description:
Commercial Tanker: One (01) New 2024 or newer, Two (2) door Kenworth T880 (No Exceptions) commercial cab and chassis, Emergency Vehicle Application, 650EV HP Cummins X15 Engine w/ Engine Brake, with tank body constructed of 3/16” extruded aluminum (Detailed Specifics outlined in Specifications)
Delivery Times:
Commercial Tanker Delivery: Delivery of the proposed commercial tanker fire apparatus must be delivered within the calendar year 2024. The bidder shall ensure at the time of bid that all necessary arrangements, manufacturing processes, and logistics are in place to meet this delivery timeframe.
 
Pre-Bid Meeting: No Prebid Meeting/Conference Required 
Sealed bids will be received in accordance with the Instruction to Bidders, Louisiana Public Bid Law and the Bid Proposal Form. Bids shall be accepted only from firms and/or vendors who are qualified by the State of Louisiana for the lease and sale of specified equipment. Only a bona fide sealed bid will be considered at opening time, bids received after closing time will be returned unopened. Sealed bids may be hand carried or mailed to the address listed above.
In accordance with Louisiana RS 38:2212, vendors