DOTD S52 GROUND MAINTENANCE

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is seeking a contractor to provide comprehensive ground maintenance services for five weigh station locations across the state, including Baptist East and West Bound, Kentwood South Bound, and Delta East and West Bound stations. The contract, spanning 12 months from August 18, 2025 to August 17, 2026, with potential extensions for two additional 12-month periods, requires monthly maintenance services that include debris pickup, grass mowing, weed eating, edging, and blowing off sidewalks, drives, and parking areas. Services will be performed four times monthly from March through October and once monthly from November through February, excluding state holidays. Contractors must provide all necessary supervision, labor, training, materials, and equipment, including an onsite supervisor or lead worker. Bid submissions are due by June 5, 2025 at 11:59 PM CST, with bids to be emailed to the buyer, and unit prices must not exceed two digits to the right of the decimal. Evaluation will likely focus on meeting detailed maintenance specifications and insurance requirements.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors must provide comprehensive insurance coverage, including Workers Compensation ($1,000,000 per accident), Commercial General Liability ($2,000,000 general aggregate limit), and Automobile Liability, with policies from legally authorized Louisiana insurers having an A.M. Best rating of A-VI or higher. Certificates of Insurance must be furnished before work commences, with the State of Louisiana named as additional insureds. While specific budget ranges are not detailed, the contract's continuation is contingent upon legislative appropriation of funds. The solicitation strongly encourages vendors to participate in Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) payments. Contractors will be required to ensure all subcontractors meet the same rigorous insurance and performance standards, with potential contract suspension or termination for non-compliance.