Cafe Freezer - DPS

The Louisiana Office of State Procurement is seeking a contractor for a refrigeration system replacement project for the Louisiana State Police Cafeteria located at 7901 Independence Blvd, Building D, in Baton Rouge. The procurement opportunity, identified as RFx 3000024655, requires the removal of an existing refrigeration system and installation of a new 2.5 HP low-temperature refrigeration system designed to operate in a zero-degree environment. Specific deliverables include installing a Russell RFO350L4SEA Condensing Unit with R-404A refrigerant and a Russell RL6E121DDA Unit Cooler, along with relocating an existing heated door from the freezer to the cooler. Contractors must have a valid Louisiana Contractors' License in Mechanical, Heat, Air Conditioning, Ventilation, Ductwork, or Refrigeration for projects over $10,000. Key deadlines include a mandatory jobsite visit requirement, a written inquiry deadline of 05/15/2025, and a bid submission due date of 05/29/2025 at 10:00 AM Central Time. Bidders must complete a Jobsite Verification Form and schedule an inspection with Jeff Thompson at 504-329-5660 prior to submitting their proposal.

The contract does not specify specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors must be registered in the LaGov vendor system and prepared to comply with various state and federal requirements, including civil rights laws, ADA accessibility standards, and e-verify regulations. The project has an estimated building value of $4,565,354.00, with liquidated damages of $100 per day for project delays beyond the established completion date. The state will prefer LaCarte procurement cards for purchases under $5,000 and Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) for larger amounts. Contractors must provide comprehensive insurance coverage, including Workers Compensation, Commercial General Liability, and Automobile Liability. The contract includes a one-year guarantee period for work quality, and the project must be completed during standard business hours (7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday), with daily check-ins required with the Maintenance Supervisor. A minimum 4-year extended compressor warranty is specified, and contractors will be responsible for all repairs and replacements at no additional cost to the owner.