Kitchen Ceiling Replacement - DOC

The Louisiana Office of State Procurement, on behalf of the Department of Corrections (DOC), is seeking a contractor to replace the kitchen ceiling at the Rayburn Correctional Center in Angie, Louisiana. The project requires installing approximately 12,968 sq. ft. of suspended drop ceiling, including a 2' x 2' grid system and "Genesis" smooth pro white tiles with PVC backing. Contractors must provide all labor, materials, equipment, and tools necessary for the installation, which also includes mounting five HVAC vents with new grills to accommodate 2' x 4' lighting fixtures. A mandatory jobsite visit is required prior to bidding, with site contact Hugh Magee available at 985-661-6414 for scheduling. The bid (RFx 3000024465) is due on April 8, 2025, at 10:00 AM CST, with written inquiries accepted until March 25, 2025, and responses provided by April 1, 2025. Bidders must possess a valid Contractors' License in Building Construction and/or Limited Specialty Services and submit a completed Job Site Verification Form. Evaluation will focus on meeting all specified requirements, with bids subject to compliance with federal and state regulations.

The procurement does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must be registered in the LaGov vendor system and provide a bid security of 5% of the total bid amount for bids exceeding $50,000. While no specific incumbent vendor is mentioned, the project includes specific requirements for contractor qualifications, including comprehensive insurance provisions with minimum coverage limits. Contractors must provide workers' compensation, commercial general liability, automobile liability, and builder's risk insurance. The project includes liquidated damages of $100 per day for completion delays and requires a one-year guarantee on performed work. Though the exact budget is not explicitly stated, the building value is estimated at $2,313,424.00. The contract potentially allows for two additional 12-month renewal periods under the same terms and conditions, offering potential long-term engagement for the selected vendor.