Site work, paving and outdoor lighting for a mixed-use development in Ville Platte, Louisiana. Completed plans call for site work for a playground / park / athletic field; sidewalk / parking lot; for paving for a sidewalk / parking lot; and for outdoor lighting for a sidewalk / parking lot.

The project consists of improving both the current quality and amenities of the existing Native Plant Heritage Garden. The project will include but is not limited to improved landscaping, lighting, fencing, trail paths, outdoor pavilion, kiosk, seating, parking, etc. as well as warranties, bonds, insurance, taxes, etc. per requirements of the Plans and Specifications. The Owner reserves the right to reject any and all bids for just cause; such actions will be in accordance with Title 38 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes. Retainage for this project shall be 10% of the Contract Price. Retainage shall be held for 45 days after reduction of substantial completion as per the Specifications and the Louisiana Revised Statutes. Each bid must be accompanied by a Bid Bond or a Cashier s Check in the amount of 5% of the total bid value, said bond or check made payable to the City of Ville Platte. Sureties used for obtaining bonds must appear as acceptable on the U.S. Department of Treasury Circular 570. No bidder may withdraw his/her bid, security within forty-five (45) days after the actual date of the opening thereof. The Contractor shall begin mobilization and procurement of materials within ten (10) working days of the receipt of the Notice to Proceed. It is required that on any bid for this project submitted in the amount of fifty thousand dollars ($50,000) or more, one dollar ($1) or more for hazardous materials or mold remediation, or ten thousand dollars ($10,000) or more for Plumbing, Electrical or Mechanical, the contractor shall certify licensure under R.S. 37:2150-2192 and show the license number on the bid envelope. The successful bidder will be required to furnish a Performance and Payment Bond written by a company licensed to do business in the state, each in an amount equal to 100% of the contract amount. The Attention of Bidders is called particularly to the requirements for conditions of employment to be observed and minimum wage rates to be paid under the Contract, Section 3, Segregated Facilities, Executive Order 11246, and all applicable laws and regulations of the Federal government and State of Louisiana and bonding and insurance requirements. Any person with disabilities requiring special accommodations must contact the City of Ville Platte no later than seven (7) days prior to bid opening. In particular, Bidders should note the required attachments and certifications to be executed and submitted with the bid proposal. Minority and Section 3 businesses are encouraged to submit a bid proposal. Question Deadline 04/05/2024