ENGINEERING ANNEX ROOF - addendum 2

The state and local contract opportunity is for the Engineering Annex Roof Replacement project at the University of New Orleans, located in Orleans Parish, New Orleans. The procurement involves a comprehensive roof replacement for the Engineering Annex building at 2000 Lakeshore Drive, covering approximately 29,500 square feet of roof area. Contractors must be licensed in Louisiana for Building Construction or Roofing and Sheet Metal/Siding, and will be responsible for implementing a State of Louisiana approved 20-year, 2-ply SBS modified bitumen roofing system. This includes complete removal of the existing ballasted, insulated built-up roof system down to the concrete roof deck, installing tapered polyisocyanurate insulation, a gypsum cover board, and associated flashings and accessories. The project will be executed under a single prime contract, with sealed bids due on April 30, 2025, at 2:00 PM, and a mandatory pre-bid conference scheduled for April 17, 2025, at 10:00 am in the Engineering Auditorium. The contract requires full completion within 90 consecutive calendar days, with liquidated damages of $300 per day for each day beyond the contract completion date.

The procurement encourages participation in the Small Entrepreneurship (SE) Program and the Veteran-Owned Small Entrepreneurships Program, indicating potential set-aside opportunities for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must provide a bid security of 5% and will be evaluated based on being the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all specified requirements. The project is funded through the State of Louisiana and will require comprehensive documentation, including warranties and manufacturer certifications. While no specific incumbent vendors are mentioned, the contract emphasizes detailed adherence to installation guidelines and technical specifications. Bidders will need to submit comprehensive documentation demonstrating their capability to execute the roofing replacement project, including proof of licensing, financial stability, and technical expertise in large-scale roofing systems. The project represents a significant infrastructure improvement investment, though specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed in the provided documentation.