Metal Building Construction - DOC

The Louisiana Department of Corrections (DOC) is soliciting bids for a metal building construction project at the Rayburn Correctional Center located in Angie, Louisiana. The procurement opportunity involves constructing a 30'W x 120'L x 13.5H steel-framed building designed specifically for parking campers, requiring comprehensive contractor-provided labor, materials, tools, and equipment. Bidders must meet specific qualifications, including appropriate contractor licensing for building construction and/or steel erection/installation for projects over $50,000. A mandatory jobsite visit is required prior to bid submission, with site visits scheduled through contacts Hugh Magee (985-661-6414) or Adam Wilson (985-661-6413). The bid is due on March 19, 2025, at 10:00 AM Central Standard Time, with written inquiries accepted until March 5, 2025, and responses provided by March 12, 2025. The project specifications require compliance with 2021 IBC Building code, including specific engineering requirements such as 5 psf ground snow load, 135 Mph wind speed, and engineered drawings with spot foundation plans.

The procurement does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must be registered in the LaGov vendor system and provide a 5% bid security for bids of $50,000 or more. The project requires contractors to maintain specific insurance coverages, including Workers Compensation, Commercial General Liability, Automobile Liability, and Builder's Risk Insurance. Contractors will be subject to liquidated damages of $100 per day for failing to complete work within the stipulated calendar days. Payment terms include 90% progress payments with 10% retained until final completion and acceptance, with potential payment methods including LaCarte procurement card for purchases under $5,000 or Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) for larger amounts. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the documentation references a project value of approximately $382,413. Vendors must also comply with federal regulations including the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, Energy Policy and Conservation Act, and Anti-Kickback Act.