Improvements to Roddy Road and Expansion to the Amite River Boat Launch Dock in Port Vincent

The Parish of Ascension in Louisiana is soliciting bids for the Improvements to Roddy Road and Expansion to the Amite River Boat Launch Dock in Port Vincent, identified by solicitation number REC250034. The project scope involves expanding the existing Amite River dock from 25 feet to approximately 100 feet to enhance public and recreational access. Key deliverables include the construction of a new ADA-compliant pedestrian path connecting the parking area to the dock, the development of accessible parking spaces with required signage and markings, and the installation of timber, steel sheet piles, concrete slabs, curbs, and sidewalks. All work must adhere to ADA accessibility requirements and specific 2016 laboratory standards for structural and geotechnical testing of concrete. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder whose total bid amount is within the contract budget. Bidders must submit their offers by December 1, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. local time, either via the centralauctionhouse.com portal or in a sealed opaque envelope. Required financial securities include a bid security of 5% of the total bid, with the winning bidder required to provide performance and payment bonds each equal to 100% of the total contract amount. Contract times commence 30 days after the effective date or upon receipt of a Notice to Proceed. The Engineer is responsible for judging the acceptability of the work and reviewing monthly applications for payment, which must be submitted at least 20 days before the payment date.