Boiler and Pump Replacement Mandatory Prebid/Site Visit, 5% Security, Performance/Payment Bond

Southern University at Baton Rouge is soliciting bids for the boiler and pump replacement project at PBS Pinchback Hall in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The scope of work encompasses comprehensive mechanical and electrical installations, including the provision of condensing boilers, fuel burning systems, combustion make-up air systems, and magnetic filters, as well as the demolition of existing circuits and the installation of new electrical disconnects, receptacles, and wiring. The contract requires a completion period of 270 consecutive calendar days following the issuance of a Notice to Proceed. Award will be granted to the low bidder based on the sum of the base bid and any accepted alternates, with additional evaluation factors including hydraulic fit, power consumption, and shaft stiffness to determine the long-term cost of ownership. Bidders must attend a mandatory pre-bid conference and site visit on November 16, 2026, with final responses due by November 30, 2026. Submission requirements include the use of the Louisiana Uniform Public Work Bid Form and a bid security deposit of 5% of the total bid amount. The contractor is responsible for adhering to strict packaging and marking standards, including the use of rust preventatives and compliance with ASME A13.1 for piping labels. Post-completion obligations include providing water analysis reports every four weeks and supplying corrosion-inhibiting chemicals and personnel training for one year. The contract is subject to Louisiana state funding laws, the Davis-Bacon Act for prevailing wages, and various federal civil rights and accessibility mandates.