CWEF (Community Water Enrichment Fund) Water System Improvements Project

Washington Parish Government is requesting sealed bids for the CWEF (Community Water Enrichment Fund) Water System Improvements project, with bids due October 1, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. at 909 Pearl Street, Franklinton, Louisiana. Contractors must be licensed under Louisiana Revised Statute 37:2150-2164 for Municipal and Public Works Construction, with the license number displayed on both the bid and sealed envelope — the primary eligibility filter.

The scope covers installation of new water mains, valves, fittings, fire hydrants, connections, and services; abandonment of existing water mains; and associated appurtenances. The estimated project cost is $244,000. Bidders must submit security equal to at least 5% of the total bid price. Bid bonds must be obtained from sureties appearing on the U.S. Department of Treasury Circular 570.

Bid documents, plans, and specifications are available electronically through Central Bidding at www.centralbidding.com or in hard copy from Professional Engineering Consultants Corporation (a division of Forte and Tablada, Inc.) at 9107 Interline Avenue, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70809 for a $100 deposit, refundable upon request. Electronic bid submission is permitted through Central Bidding (800-990-9339). Sealed bids will be publicly opened and read aloud on October 1, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. The bidding period runs from August 26, 2026 through October 1, 2026. Bidders may not withdraw bids within 45 days after the actual bid opening date. Individuals with disabilities requiring special accommodation must contact Washington Parish Government at 985-839-7825 no later than seven days prior to bid opening.