Painting and Drywall Repairs - DPS - Addendum No. 1 - Vendor Inquiries and State's Responses Date Issued: 0

The Louisiana Department of Public Safety (DPS) is seeking a contractor to perform painting and drywall repairs at the Radio Maintenance Building located in Baton Rouge, East Baton Rouge Parish. The procurement, identified as RFx 3000024472, requires the selected vendor to supply all labor, equipment, supplies, and materials to repair damaged sheetrock and paint hallway walls, main workroom walls, and offices within the facility. Specific deliverables include surface preparation, removing contaminants, repairing sheetrock, and applying two coats of Sherwin Williams Super Paint in Balanced Beige with a satin finish. Contractors must possess a Contractors' License in Building Construction and/or Drywall, provide one business reference, and demonstrate compliance with state and local licensing requirements. A mandatory jobsite visit is required, with interested vendors instructed to contact Jeff Barker at (225) 369-1132 to schedule an inspection. Written inquiries are due by 04/01/2025, with answers provided by 04/08/2025, and the final bid submission deadline is 04/15/2025 at 10:00 AM CST. Bidders must submit a Jobsite Verification Form and comply with building security procedures at the Claiborne Building in Baton Rouge.

The procurement does not explicitly specify set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, though standard state procurement guidelines likely apply. Contractors must provide bid security of 5% for bids over $50,000 and carry specific insurance coverage with minimum limits ranging from $1,000,000 to $4,000,000. The contract includes a one-year unconditional warranty on labor and materials, with liquidated damages of $100 per day assessed for project completion delays. Contractors must provide performance and payment bonds equal to 100% of the contract amount and be registered in the LaGov vendor system. While a specific budget range is not disclosed, the project scope suggests a mid-sized renovation effort with a three-week maximum completion timeline. Electronic payment options include the LaCarte procurement card for purchases under $5,000 and Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Bidders must also comply with civil rights laws, ADA requirements, and E-Verify regulations, with potential disqualification for non-compliance.