Construction Engineering & Inspection for LPA Projects

The City of Shreveport's Engineering Division of Public Works is requesting statements of qualifications for Construction Engineering and Inspection services on Local Public Agency roadway and drainage infrastructure projects funded through local and Federal Highway Administration grant sources, with sealed statements due November 17, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. at Government Plaza, Suite 610, 505 Travis Street, Shreveport, Louisiana. A 25% Fair Share/DBE participation goal applies, requiring demonstrated good faith efforts in subcontracting with certified FSC, S/DBE, or DBE firms and submission of detailed Fair Share documentation including Forms 1–4 and Form 6, along with Felony Conviction and E-Verify Affidavits.

The designated Project Engineer must hold active LADOTD Local Public Agency Qualification for Construction, Engineering, and Inspection. On-site field inspectors must possess active LADOTD certifications in Asphalt Concrete, Portland Cement Concrete, and Embankment and Base Course. The selected consultant will provide full-time on-site inspection, materials sampling and testing oversight, and contract administration, including compliance with federal-aid requirements, Davis-Bacon Act wage rates, FHWA-funded project management, and DBE tracking. Respondents must demonstrate extensive experience navigating federal-aid compliance and maintaining meticulous pay quantity records.

The initial fee budget is $500,000, with reimbursable expenses limited to actual costs at a 1.0 multiplier subject to written City approval. Required insurance includes Commercial General Liability with a combined single limit of $1 million per occurrence, Professional Liability Insurance ranging from $250,000 to $1 million depending on project cost, Workers Compensation Insurance, and Comprehensive Auto Liability Insurance.

Respondents must submit one original and twelve copies (thirteen total documents) plus electronic copies on CD or USB drive. Selection will take approximately 60 to 90 days, with formal acceptance and award by the Mayor's recommendation to City Council. Documents are posted on BidNetDirect.com and www.shreveportla.gov/Solicitations.