DDD Interstate Underpass Gateway Lighting

The DDD Interstate Underpass Gateway Lighting project is a sealed bid solicitation issued by the Purchasing Division of the City of Baton Rouge and East Baton Rouge Parish. The primary objective is the installation of an underpass gate lighting mock-up designed for both aesthetic and safety purposes. This installation will serve as a prototype for review and evaluation by the Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), the City of Baton Rouge, the Designer, and the Downtown Development District before future construction proceeds. Key deliverables include specific lighting units, hinge mounting, remote addressing tools, DMX RDM distribution kits, and remote commissioning services. All products must be new, and the contractor must provide a minimum one-year written guarantee for all workmanship and materials. The contract mandates strict adherence to various legal and regulatory standards, including the Davis-Bacon Act for construction contracts exceeding $2,000, the Clean Water Act, and the Energy Policy and Conservation Act. There is a strong preference for goods produced in the United States, particularly for iron, steel, and aluminum. Bidders must demonstrate a commitment to equal opportunity and non-discrimination, and those not eligible for certification must provide documentation of good faith efforts to utilize certified Small, Minority, or Women-owned businesses. Submissions must be made via the bidpublish.com portal, with a mandatory pre-bid meeting scheduled for November 23, 2026, and a final response deadline of December 8, 2026.