Rebid* Fire Hydrant Replacement&Repair Bid Cancelled: 10/31/2025 - Addendum No. 1 – CANCELLATION Date Issued: 10/31/2025 Your reference

The State of Louisiana's Office of State Procurement, specifically the Louisiana Department of Corrections (DOC), has issued an Invitation to Bid (ITB) No. 3000025508 for fire hydrant replacement and repair at the Allen Correctional Center in Kinder, Louisiana. The procurement requires a contractor to supply all labor, rentals, permits, and materials to replace a fire hydrant behind the maintenance shop and repair a leaking fire hydrant in front of travel trailers. Bidders must use a Mueller Super Centurion Fire Hydrant Series or equivalent model with a 6" nominal pipe size and 250-350 PSI pressure rating. A mandatory jobsite visit is required prior to bid submission, with interested vendors required to contact Taylor Maricle at 337-375-6611 to schedule an inspection. The bid is scheduled to be publicly opened on October 28, 2025, at 10:00 AM CST, with written inquiries due by October 14, 2025, and answers provided by October 21, 2025. Contractors must be registered in the LaGov vendor system and possess a Contractors' License in Municipal and Public Works. Evaluation will likely focus on compliance with technical specifications, licensing requirements, and bid security provisions.

Bidders must provide a 5% bid security for bids over $50,000 and comply with various state and federal regulations, including civil rights laws and anti-discrimination provisions. The solicitation includes restrictions on companies that might discriminate against firearm industries or engage in boycotts. While no specific incumbent vendors are mentioned, the contract allows for potential renewal for two additional 12-month periods, with a total contract term not exceeding 36 months. Payment terms are set at 30 days after receipt of a properly executed invoice, with a payment structure that includes 90% monthly progress payments and a final 10% payment after project completion and a 45-day lien period. Liquidated damages of $100 per day will be assessed for project delays. Contractors must maintain comprehensive insurance coverage, including Workers Compensation, Commercial General Liability, and Automobile Liability, with minimum coverage limits specified. Electronic payment solutions will be used, including the LaCarte procurement card for purchases under $5,000 and Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) for other payments.