Demolition - 301 Joannes St.

The City of Bossier City, Louisiana is requesting bids for demolition and debris removal at 301 Joannes Street, with bids due November 3, 2026 at 2:30 p.m. and a mandatory pre-bid site meeting on October 27, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. — attendance is required for bid eligibility.

The scope includes complete demolition of structures and appurtenant structures, removal of all debris to an approved landfill, disconnection and capping of water and sewer lines by a licensed plumber, disconnection of electrical utilities, site grading to prevent standing water, and removal of privately owned sidewalks and driveways. An asbestos inspection identified positive chrysotile (4%) in sheetrock texture material and joint compound, classified as Category I non-friable asbestos-containing materials and requiring licensed abatement removal prior to demolition. The successful bidder must hold an active Louisiana license for Asbestos Removal and Abatement.

The engineer's estimate is $24,500.00. All work must be completed within 30 days of receiving notice to proceed; liquidated damages of $100 per day apply for delays beyond that period. Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud at 3:00 p.m. during a regularly scheduled City Council meeting.

Bid security of 5% of the total bid amount in the form of a bid bond, cashier's check, or certified check is required from all bidders. Upon contract award, the successful bidder must provide a performance and payment bond equal to 100% of the bid amount. General liability and workers' compensation insurance with minimum coverage of $1,000,000 per occurrence, naming the City of Bossier City as an added insured, is required.