LA 159: Bridges near Shongaloo

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development is requesting electronic bids for State Project No. H.014228, a federal-aid construction project on LA 159 near Shongaloo spanning bridge removal, drainage structures, pavement work, and related infrastructure improvements, with bids due June 10, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Build America Buy America (BABA) provisions requiring domestic sourcing of iron, steel, and manufactured products apply unless waivers are obtained.

The scope includes clearing and grubbing, grading, removal of four existing bridges, drainage structures, pavement patching, Class II base course, lime treatment, asphalt concrete pavement, precast concrete piles, concrete slab span bridge, and reinforced concrete box culverts across a 0.540-mile stretch of roadway in West Feliciana Parish and Baton Rouge City. The project completion timeline is 575 calendar days with an allowable 90-day assembly period prior to contract time assessment. The winning bidder must be licensed under La. R.S. 37:2150–2165 for Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction classification.

The estimated cost range is $7.5 million to $10 million, with final award determination based on the actual estimate value published at bid opening. Payment adjustments apply for Performance Graded asphalt cements, gasoline, diesel fuel, and steel when costs fluctuate more than 5 percent from established base prices. The contractor must maintain comprehensive insurance coverage including Workers Compensation, Commercial General Liability with combined single limits ranging from $1 million to $5 million based on contract amount, Owner's and Contractor's Protective Liability, and Business Automobile Liability.

Electronic bids and electronic bid bonds are mandatory through www.bidx.com. Online bidder registration is required for all prospective bidders. The contractor is responsible for traffic maintenance throughout construction and must comply with the 2026 Louisiana Standard Specifications for Roads and Bridges, supplemented by special provisions addressing environmental protection, traffic control, and permit requirements. Project Engineer Jason Winget (318-371-3010) and Project Manager Valerie Tourres oversee the initiative.