Boat Hoist System - LDWF Bid Cancelled: 06/12/2025 - Addendum No. 1 – CANCELLATION Date Issued: 06/12/2025 Your reference

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) is seeking a qualified contractor to construct and install a boat hoist system at the Manchac WMA Boathouse located at 87 Alligator Lane in Akers, Louisiana. The procurement is an Invitation to Bid (ITB) with solicitation number 3000024628, requiring a fully-motorized boat lift capable of lifting and lowering vessels up to 5,000 pounds. Key deliverables include a corrosion-resistant aluminum cradle with polypads, outdoor-rated electrical components, single-switch operation, and a system maintaining at least 6 feet of clearance from walkway deck surfaces. Bidders must possess a Contractors' License appropriate for projects valued at $50,000 or more and be registered in the LaGov vendor system. Critical dates include a mandatory jobsite visit which must be scheduled with Shane Granier at (985) 543-4777, a deadline for written inquiries on 04/24/2025, answers provided by 05/01/2025, and a bid opening date of 05/08/2025 at 10:00 AM CST. Evaluation criteria will include compliance with technical specifications, proper documentation, and meeting all state procurement guidelines.

The procurement does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders are required to provide a bid security of 5% of the total bid amount for proposals over $50,000 and must comply with various state and federal regulations including civil rights laws, ADA accessibility requirements, and anti-discrimination provisions. Contractors must also maintain comprehensive insurance coverage, including Workers Compensation, Commercial General Liability, Automobile Liability, and Builder's Risk insurance with specific minimum coverage amounts. The contract includes a one-year warranty for parts and labor from the date of acceptance, covering defects arising from normal use. Payment will be processed electronically, with options for LaCarte procurement card (for purchases under $5,000) and Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). The successful contractor will be responsible for providing all labor, materials, and equipment, with potential liquidated damages of $100 per day for project delays. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the requirement for a Contractors' License suggests the project value is at least $50,000.