Barber and Beauty Services - DVA - Addendum No. 3- Opening Date Extension & Vendor Q & A Date Issued: 09/

The Office of State Procurement has solicited bids for Barber and Beauty Services for the Louisiana Department of Veteran Affairs. The contract will be for an initial period of award through June 30, 2025, with options to renew for two additional 12-month periods. The vendor will be required to provide barber and beauty services for approximately 113 male and 13 female residents at the Southeast Louisiana Veterans Home in Reserve, LA. The vendor will schedule services at least two times per month, typically on Mondays. The vendor will be responsible for providing all necessary supplies, tools and equipment, and maintaining a ledger of services provided. The agency will provide housekeeping assistance. Bidders must be licensed with the Louisiana State Board of Cosmetology or the Louisiana Board of Barber Examiners and provide copies of their licenses. The agency reserves the right to excuse the vendor if deemed necessary for the safety and well-being of the residents and staff.

The solicitation is to establish a Service Contract to provide Barber and Beauty Service as specified for the Louisiana Department of Veteran Affairs for an initial period beginning date of award and ending June 30, 2025. At the option of the State of Louisiana and acceptance by the Contractor, this contract may be renewed for two additional 12-month periods at the same prices, terms and conditions. Total contract time not to exceed 36 months.

The State of Louisiana is seeking bids for Barber and Beauty Services for the Southeast Louisiana Veterans Home. The contract is to provide haircuts, washes, and optional styling for approximately 113 male and 13 female residents. Services are to be performed on-site at 4080 W. Airline Hwy, Reserve, LA 70084. The vendor is required to schedule services at least twice per month, typically on Mondays, working between 8 a.m. and 12 p.m., not exceeding 6 hours per day, two days per week. The initial contract period is from the date of award until June 30, 2025, with the option to renew for two additional 12-month periods. The vendor must be licensed with the Louisiana State Board of Cosmetology or the Louisiana Board of Barber Examiners and provide proof of insurance. Bids will be evaluated on an all-or-none basis to the overall lowest responsive, responsible bidder meeting the specifications.