Communication Towers Emergency Generator Replacement

The Board of Commissioners of the Port of New Orleans is requesting bids for communication towers emergency generator replacement under Work Order No. 1-1201, with bids due September 28, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. local time through Central Bidding and a mandatory pre-bid conference on September 16, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. at the Board's Administration Building (1350 Port of New Orleans Place). All prospective bidders must hold a valid Louisiana electrical contractor license under La. R.S. 37:2150 et seq. for bids of $50,000 or more.

The scope covers furnishing all labor, material, and equipment for emergency generator replacement at communication towers in strict conformance with bidding document specifications. The project is classified as Electrical General work. Attendees at the pre-bid conference and optional site visit must possess a valid Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC) card; those without must arrange Harbor Police Department-approved escorts.

The contractor must perform at least 60% of total contract work at the construction site or within its own shop, plant, or yard using its own employees. A 5% bid deposit via certified check, cashier's check, or bid bond is required; the awarded contractor must furnish a performance bond equal to the total bid amount. Bid prices must remain firm per bidding document requirements.

The Port encourages Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBEs) and Small Business Enterprises (SBEs) to submit bids. Contract award will be made within 45 calendar days after bid opening to the lowest qualified bidder whose bid complies with all requirements. Questions must be submitted at least seven days prior to bid opening and will be answered through addenda posted on the Central Bidding website. Bidding documents are available for download through Central Bidding and the SEBconnect App.