FLOYNELL DRIVE SIDEWALK PROJECT CITY-PARISH PROJECT No. 24-EN-HC-0037 EBE goal of 15% of the contract amount

The Floynell Drive Sidewalk Project, identified as City-Parish Project No. 24-EN-HC-0037, is a construction solicitation issued by the East Baton Rouge City Parish Purchasing division in Louisiana. The scope of work involves grading, earthwork, drainage structures, subsurface drainage, drives, sidewalks, and the installation of ADA-compliant ramps. To be eligible, contractors must hold an active license from the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors in the Highway, Street and Bridge Construction classification. Bids are due by 2:00 p.m. local time on August 25, 2026, and must be submitted via the Central Bidding portal or through official paper forms. Submissions must include a bid bond, certified check, or cashier's check equal to 5% of the total bid amount, and all bids must remain firm for 60 days following the opening. A critical requirement of this contract is the Socially and Economically Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (SEDBE) goal, which mandates that a minimum of 15% of the contract amount be performed by certified EBE firms. Bidders are required to submit EBE Forms 1, 1A, and 2, along with Letters of EBE Certification, within 10 days after the bid opening; failure to do so will render the bid non-responsive. If the 15% goal cannot be met, bidders must provide documented evidence of good faith efforts. Project oversight is managed by the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge, with primary points of contact including Paul Narcisse, William Wall, and George Chike.