Agricultural Equipment Government Bids & RFPs

The bid notice states that if MSU determines there is only one source for the required commodity, they will appeal to the Public Procurement Review Board, and MSU will have the burden of proving that the commodity is only provided by one source.

The bid notice states that any person or entity that objects and proposes that the commodity listed is not sole source and can be provided by another person or entity shall submit a written notice to Jennifer Mayfield, CPP, Director of Procurement Services, Chief Procurement Officer.

The bid notice states that the estimated cost of the items is $76,****.

The bid must be received by LSU Procurement Services no later than May 12, 2026, at 11:00 AM CT.

The bid notice states that payment is to be made within 30 days after receipt of properly executed invoice, or delivery and acceptance, whichever is later.

The bid notice specifies that the field planter must include a 12-month warranty.

The bid notice states that the award will be made to the lowest responsible and responsive supplier for all items, on an all or none basis.

Suppliers must be set up in LSU's new procurement system (Workday) for bid tabbing and award of a purchase order. They should complete the online supplier registration form prior to submitting a bid response.

The bid notice mentions that failure to deliver within the time specified in the bid award will constitute a default and may be cause for contract cancellation. LSU reserves the right to purchase goods or services on the open market and surcharge the supplier with excess costs.

Supplier inquiries for interpretation of the solicitation must be received in the procurement office no later than 4:30 PM CST four business days prior to the opening of bids.