In accordance with Louisiana Revised Statute 39:330 preference in the acquisition of  surplus state property authorized for disposition shall be given to:

1.             State agencies

2.             Political subdivisions of the State of Louisiana; other governmental agencies; private

   elementary, secondary, or proprietary schools; independent colleges or universities

3.             Charitable, educational, or religious organizations prior to being offered to private persons, firms, or organizations.

All requests for approval must be submitted in writing on letterhead, approved by a duly authorized representative, and included documentation of the following:

1.          Current charter, Articles of Incorporation, by-laws, or partnership documents.

2.          Delegation of authority or Board resolution empowering a named individual(s) to contract and make purchase on   behalf of the agency/organization.  Subsequent revisions must be submitted in writing.

3.          Such other documentation, if not included in the above, which characterizes the agency or organization as            charitable, educational, or religious in nature.

4.         Submit a 501. c. 3 tax exemption form from the IRS.

All agencies/organizations requesting approval to purchase surplus state property must also complete, sign, and return a   Surplus State Property Purchase Agreement and Certification form to this agency. 

In addition, all schools, if not listed in the LA School Directory, must submit a copy of approved certificate by the State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education.  All independent colleges and universities must submit a copy of approved certificate by the State Board of Colleges and Universities.

Please forward the above listed information along with   the purchase agreementto the Planning/Analysis Section, at Post Office Box 94095, Baton Rouge, LA   70804-9095.   After review, applicant will be notified.  If additional assistance is necessary, please feel free to contact this office at (225) 342-6853; FAX (225) 342-6891. 

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