Irrigation Repair Service - DOA

The State of Louisiana's Department of Administration (DOA) is seeking an Agency Term Contract for Irrigation Repair Services covering state-managed buildings in the Baton Rouge area, specifically within East Baton Rouge Parish. The contract will run for an initial 12-month period beginning June 28, 2025, with potential extensions up to 36 months total. The successful contractor will provide comprehensive irrigation system maintenance and repair services, including troubleshooting backflow systems, repairing and replacing irrigation components, rewiring zones, locating and cleaning valves, repairing pipelines, and replacing irrigation heads. Key deliverables include emergency response within 8 hours, professional on-site work with safety barricades, and detailed documentation for invoicing. The contractor will be responsible for labor and equipment, while the agency will supply or reimburse parts and materials. The bid opening is scheduled for June 18, 2025, at 10:00 AM CST, with written inquiries due by June 4, 2025, and responses provided by June 11, 2025. Evaluation will be based on being the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all specifications.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Vendors must be registered in the LaGov vendor system and comply with various state and federal regulations, including E-Verify, civil rights laws, and ADA requirements. The contract covers 34 distinct properties managed by the Office of State Buildings, with an estimated 130 standard hours and 1 overtime hour for the contract period. Bidders must submit hourly rates for two labor categories: Supervisors and Assistants, and provide a "Hot Line" consultation service. While specific budget ranges are not detailed, the contract allows for electronic payment solutions, including LaCarte procurement cards for purchases under $5,000 and Electronic Funds Transfer for larger transactions. Contractors are required to maintain comprehensive insurance coverage, including Workers Compensation, Commercial General Liability, and Automobile Liability, with specific minimum coverage amounts. The contract will be awarded on an all-or-none basis to the vendor meeting all specifications and providing the most advantageous pricing.