Site work and new construction of a fitness / recreation center in West Monroe, Louisiana. Completed plans call for the construction of a fitness / recreation center; and for site work for a fitness / recreation center.

As of June 21, 2022, this project has not yet been awarded. A timeline for award has not yet been established. Construction cost is estimated to be $18 to $20 million. City of West Monroe, Louisiana, a political subdivision of the State of Louisiana is here by soliciting qualifications statements from qualified and licensed general contractors to provide comprehensive pre-construction and construction management at-risk services for the construction of a state-of-the-art recreational center and gymnasium facility in West Monroe, Louisiana. Qualifications Statements will be evaluated by the City based upon the following criteria: - Firm Background and Safety Record - Relevant Project Experience - Construction Management At-Risk/Alternative Delivery Project Experience - Methodology/Schedule - Proximity to Site The City reserves the right to reject any or all Qualifications Statements for just cause. Interested firms must maintain a current contractor license with the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors for the major classification of Building Construction and certify that they are licensed contractors under Chapter 24 of Title 37 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes. The selected contractor must comply with all requirements of authorities having jurisdiction over the project. The work performed is subject to compliance with all applicable rules, regulations and relevant orders of the Secretary of Labor, federal government, and State of Louisiana, all of which shall become contractual obligations. Failure of the general contractor to accept these obligations shall result in the rejection of the Qualifications Statement. The City does not discriminate based on social and economic disadvantage, race, color, sex, gender, age, disability or national origin. All small and minority-owned firms and women's business enterprises are encouraged to submit Qualifications Statements. Any person with disabilities requiring special accommodations must contact Scott Olvey at (318) 396-2600, by email at finance@westmonroe.la.gov in writing at 2305 N. 7th Street, West Monroe, Louisiana 71291 no later than seven (7) days prior to the Submission Deadline. The City reserves the right to reject any and all proposals for just cause and reserves the right to waive any and all informalities. The new facilities will consist of a single-story gymnasium and activity spaces building. The building itself is proposed to be a steel-framed structure with poured-concrete floor slabs and deep foundation systems. Glazed curtain wall assemblies and other strategically placed windows will provide for daylighting and exterior views. Exterior materials will be masonry, aluminum composite material ("ACM") wall panels, and storefront windows. Roofing will be a thermoplastic polyolefin ("TPO") membrane on insulation board on a steel deck supported by bar joists. The interiors will follow best-practices and code-compliant design procedures and materials. The basic functions provided within the facility include recreational activity areas, basketball/volleyball courts, concessions, restrooms, meeting rooms, team breakout rooms, spectator seating, and support services. Mechanical and electrical systems will include rooftop air cooled heat pump HVAC systems. The complete facilities will be supported by generator(s). Fire protection areas will be a wet pipe sprinkler system, with a dry system in unconditioned areas. Other site features of the project will include loading dock, waste disposal area, parking, mechanical yard, generator(s), and site landscaping. Low-voltage systems typical of a modern facility are included in the project scope. The building will be connected to public utilities.