Demolition - 2656 Old Minden Road, Bossier City, LA

The City of Bossier City, Louisiana, is seeking a qualified contractor to perform comprehensive demolition services for a property located at 2656 Old Minden Road in Bossier Parish. The procurement involves complete demolition of all structures, including removal of contents, foundations, and debris, with specific requirements for site preparation and restoration. A mandatory site meeting is scheduled for September 4, 2025, at 10:00 A.M., with sealed bids due on September 23, 2025, at 2:30 p.m., to be publicly opened at 3:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers. Bidders must be Louisiana Licensed Contractors for work exceeding $50,000 and must obtain necessary demolition permits and utility disconnections. An asbestos inspection has revealed the presence of asbestos-containing materials in sheetrock walls, texture material, and joint compound, requiring removal by a licensed abatement contractor prior to demolition. The project must be completed within 30 days of contract signing, with liquidated damages of $100 per consecutive day beyond the specified completion date.

Contractors must submit a 5% bid bond and provide a performance/payment bond for 100% of the bid amount, along with a certificate of insurance with $1,000,000 per occurrence coverage. No specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises are mentioned in the documentation. The site must be graded to prevent water retention and left in a condition suitable for grass mowing. While the exact budget range is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the demolition project and the requirements for asbestos abatement suggest a potentially significant investment. The procurement process is open to qualified contractors who can meet the technical specifications, licensing requirements, and insurance standards outlined in the bid packet. The successful bidder will be responsible for a thorough and compliant demolition that meets all municipal regulations and site restoration requirements.