#0684

Solicitation 0684 is for Phase 1 of the Natchitoches Public Swimming Pool project in Louisiana, issued by the City of Natchitoches. The scope of work encompasses construction and utility installations, specifically the installation of PVC gravity sanitary sewer service lines, oil and grease interceptors, grease removal pits, and structural steel work. Technical requirements include the use of premixed factory-packaged grout and strict adherence to ASTM C48 for gray iron castings and AWWA C800 for water services. The project also mandates detailed equipment labeling and color-coded piping identification in accordance with ASME A13.1 and UL 224 standards. Bids must be submitted by December 1, 2026, using the Louisiana Uniform Public Work Bid Form. The award will be based on the sum total price of the base bid and any accepted alternates. Bidders are required to provide a bid security of 5 percent of the bid price, while the successful contractor must furnish performance and payment bonds totaling 100 percent of the contract price. Performance is subject to liquidated damages of 1,000 dollars per calendar day for delays beyond the completion date specified in the Notice to Proceed. Final payment is contingent upon the acceptance of work by authorized personnel and strict conformance to technical specifications, including specific compressive strength and absorption tests for materials.