Concrete Street Panels and Drainage Repairs

The City of Shreveport, Louisiana, located in Caddo Parish, is seeking bids for Invitation for Bid (IFB) #25-033, which involves Concrete Street Panels and Drainage Repairs. The project requires contractors to remove and replace concrete street panels and repair or replace damaged stormwater drainage systems to improve infrastructure functionality and prevent standing water and erosion. Specific work includes concrete panel replacements with standard dimensions of 12.5 feet wide by 20 feet long, grading, sidewalk replacement, curb work, and comprehensive drainage system repairs. The project has a strict 21 working day completion timeline and requires contractors to be licensed under Louisiana Revised Statute 37:2150 for contracts exceeding $50,000. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for July 21, 2025, with bid opening and submission deadline set for August 7, 2025. Bidders must provide a bid bond and comply with technical specifications, including using "Class A" concrete with specific compressive strength standards, and adhere to Louisiana Standard Specifications for Roads and Bridges.

The procurement includes significant fair share participation requirements, with a goal of 25% participation for small disadvantaged business concerns. Contractors must demonstrate good faith efforts to include Fair Share Certified (FSC), Small Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (S/DBE), or Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) subcontractors in their bid proposals. The project designer's estimated budget is $500,000, providing potential bidders with a baseline for project scope and expected investment. Successful contractors will need to provide comprehensive documentation of their commitment to inclusive business practices and meet stringent technical and regulatory compliance standards. The bid opportunity is specifically targeted at licensed Louisiana contractors with proven capabilities in municipal infrastructure repair and reconstruction, emphasizing local economic development and equitable contracting practices. Potential bidders should carefully review all documentation, including the detailed IFB #25-033, to ensure full compliance with the City of Shreveport's procurement requirements and technical specifications.