IMADINATION WAY(ARDONWOOD DR TO LOBDELL BLVD CONNECTIOR A minimum EBE goal of 8% of the contract amount

Solicitation 20008-20-CP-HC-0017, issued by the East Baton Rouge City Parish Purchasing division in Louisiana, is for the construction of the Imagination Way connector road from Ardenwood Drive to Lobdell Boulevard. The scope of work encompasses grading, earthwork, the installation of drainage structures and subsurface drainage, base course application, and the laying of Portland cement concrete and asphalt pavement. Bids are due by 2:00 p.m. local time on December 1, 2026, and can be submitted electronically via Central Bidding or in person at City Hall in Baton Rouge. To be eligible, contractors must hold an active license from the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors specifically in the Highway, Street and Bridge Construction classification. A bid security of 5% of the total bid, provided via certified check, cashier's check, or bid bond, is required. The project mandates a minimum Eligible Business Enterprise goal of 8% of the contract amount, utilizing firms certified under the Parish SEDBE Certification Program. The apparent low bidder must submit EBE Forms 1, 1A, and 2, along with certification letters, within 10 days of the bid opening to be considered responsive.