123460-2026-SWB-40(2171)-2.pdf

This addendum is issued by the City of New Orleans Sewerage & Water Board for Contract Number 2026-SWB-40 (Contract 2171) concerning TM 1789 Water Transmission Main Replacements. The addendum extends the bid due date and public bid opening date to August 18, 2026, representing a two-week postponement from the originally scheduled August 4, 2026 opening time of 11:30 a.m. CST. The project scope encompasses engineering design, permitting, construction management, and installation of new water transmission infrastructure to replace deteriorated existing mains within the New Orleans water system. Deliverables include as-built drawings, permits, construction schedules, and quality assurance documentation. Contractors must demonstrate experience with water infrastructure projects and comply with applicable Louisiana state regulations and industry standards.

The contract is subject to Louisiana prevailing wage requirements, establishing mandatory labor-cost floors and compliance obligations. Contractors must submit detailed cost proposals itemizing labor, materials, equipment, and overhead, along with performance bonds, payment bonds, and evidence of adequate insurance coverage. The contract will be awarded on a best-value basis. Funding derives from the utility's capital improvement budget and may include grants or low-interest loans from state or federal water infrastructure programs. Contract term and renewal options will be established in the final executed agreement based on project completion schedules and utility requirements. This addendum must be acknowledged by referencing its number and date on the Louisiana Uniform Public Works Bid Form.