Goldring Woldenberg Park Phase III – Above Deck

Audubon Nature Institute is requesting bids for Goldring Woldenberg Park Phase III – Above Deck renovation in New Orleans, with bids due October 22, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. CST. Addendum No. 1, issued October 8, 2026, extended the original October 15 deadline and introduced three new specification sections, replaced eleven drawing sheets, and modified waterproofing requirements.

The scope encompasses demolition and removal work, renovation and repair of existing hardscape, updated lighting systems, construction of an accessible sloped walkway, and grading. The work includes alterations to existing plumbing and electrical systems with provisions to maintain operational continuity during construction, plus new plumbing and electrical construction elements. The project manual establishes detailed technical specifications, material standards, and construction methodologies.

Contract completion is 215 days from award. The project is subject to Louisiana Public Bid Law (Title 38) and 2 CFR Part 200 Federal Regulations. Bidders must submit a 5% bid bond and 100% performance and payment bonds upon award. Equipment and materials are tax-exempt. Liquidated damages are assessed at $1,000 per calendar day for delays.

Activity limitations restrict work during New Year's Eve (December 28, 2026–January 1, 2027), Mardi Gras (February 2–10, 2027), and French Quarter Fest (April 5–19, 2027). Penalties of $1,000 per occurrence per day apply for violations including failure to maintain specified construction fencing, storage of materials outside designated areas, parking violations, leaving gates unattended, concrete washout outside designated areas, and failure to complete cleanup within thirty days after substantial completion. Normal work hours are 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday; owner approval is required for work outside these hours.

Addendum No. 1 includes two add alternates: Alternate No. 1 for seven additional light poles at existing locations and Alternate No. 2 for landscape fencing around electrical equipment at two locations. The pre-bid meeting was held October 1, 2026. Bids must be submitted to Cecilie H. Primeaux at the Administrative Building at Audubon Zoo, 6500 Magazine Street, New Orleans.