2026 DPPJ Road and Drainage Improvements Cotton Belt

The 2026 DPPJ Road and Drainage Improvements Cotton Belt project is a solicitation by the DeSoto Parish Police Jury in Louisiana for drainage improvements and the overlay of existing roads on Cotton Belt Road. With an Engineer's Opinion of Probable Cost of 450,000 dollars, the scope of work requires the contractor to provide all labor, materials, and facilities necessary for completion, including specific deliverables such as cross drain pipe installation, riprap, and embankment work. The project must adhere to standards set by Beast Engineering and LADOTD, specifically regarding TTC standard details and base course standards. Bids are due by 10:00 am on November 10, 2026, and must be submitted via the Louisiana Uniform Public Work Bid Form through BidExpress or delivered to the Police Jury Building in Mansfield, Louisiana. Award evaluation is based on bidder responsibility, project interest, and the proposed schedule for substantial completion. Bidders must provide bid security equal to five percent of the base bid, and the successful awardee is required to provide performance and payment bonds. The contract administration involves a review process where an Engineer evaluates payment applications within 10 days for approval by the Owner. Key project requirements include a voluntary partnering process for key personnel and strict adherence to a construction progress schedule. Inspection and acceptance are managed through a combination of contractor-funded tests and an independent testing laboratory employed by the Owner.