Boiler Replacement To Replace Boiler

The State of Louisiana Division of Administration, Office of Facility Planning & Control is seeking bids for a comprehensive boiler replacement project at Southern University in New Orleans, with project number 19-671-22-01 and F.19002574. The procurement targets the replacement of boilers in the Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences Building and Gymnasium, encompassing detailed mechanical and electrical systems modifications. Specific deliverables include installing new conduit, conductors, boilers, piping, valves, hangers, insulation, and temperature control systems. The project requires a stringent completion timeline of 200 consecutive calendar days, with significant liquidated damages of $500 per day for delays beyond the contracted completion date. Bidders must submit comprehensive documentation including a Uniform Public Work Bid Form, detailed technical specifications, bid bonds, and proof of Louisiana contractor licensing. The bid opportunity was posted on October 9, 2025, with proposals due by November 10, 2025.

The contract opportunity appears to require bidders to be licensed Louisiana contractors, with potential preferences or set-asides for local or disadvantaged business enterprises, though specific details are not explicitly stated in the provided documentation. Bidders must comply with the Louisiana Code of Governmental Ethics and adhere to state public works procurement regulations. While a specific budget range is not disclosed, the project's technical complexity and infrastructure scope suggest a substantial investment in facility modernization. The procurement will likely be funded through state mechanisms, potentially involving the State Bond Commission. Successful contractors will need to demonstrate technical expertise in mechanical and electrical systems, particularly in educational facility infrastructure upgrades, with a comprehensive understanding of Louisiana's public works construction standards and regulations.