Replacement of Boiler and Chiller Net Charter School The Athletic Center East Campus

LSU New Orleans Facility Services is requesting bids on replacement of boiler and chiller systems at NET Charter School (The Athletic Center) on the East Campus under RFQ #BTB 2933, with a mandatory pre-bid site visit on October 14, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. and sealed bids due October 22, 2026, at 2:00 p.m.

All bids of $10,000 or more require Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors licensure in the Mechanical Work category. Bid security of 5% of the base bid and all alternates must accompany each proposal as a certified check, cashier's check, or approved bid bond.

The scope includes provision of all materials, labor, equipment, and supervision for boiler and chiller replacement at the East Campus facility in accordance with the Project Manual dated June 19, 2026. Alternate #1 adds replacement of four pumps and associated piping, valves, variable frequency drives, electrical components, and controls. The contractor must complete all work within 180 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed, with liquidated damages assessed at $300 per calendar day for delays beyond the completion deadline.

Payment structure caps initial payment at 90% of the total contract amount upon work completion, with the remaining 10% paid 45 days after acceptance contingent on submission of a clear lien certificate. The contractor must obtain and maintain performance and payment bonds equal to the full contract amount, commercial general liability insurance with minimum limits ranging from $500,000 to $1,000,000 depending on project value, workers' compensation, business automobile liability, and owner's protective liability. The building value for insurance purposes is $681,353. Award will be made to the lowest responsible bidder within thirty calendar days of bid receipt. All work must be performed during normal working hours unless the project director provides prior written approval. The executed contract and performance bond must be recorded with the Orleans Parish Recorder of Mortgages within five working days of contract execution.