REQ6834 Domestic Water Boiler Replacement at Baton Rouge Metro Airport

The City of Baton Rouge, East Baton Rouge Parish, has issued an Invitation to Bid for the replacement of four domestic water boilers at the Baton Rouge Metro Airport. The scope of work requires the contractor to provide all labor, materials, equipment, and supervision necessary to remove four existing boilers and install four owner-furnished replacement units of equivalent capacity. To ensure uninterrupted hot water service during the transition, the contractor must furnish, install, and monitor a temporary portable boiler system. Additional responsibilities include repiping mechanical systems, performing leak testing, conducting operational checks, and providing owner personnel training. All workmanship and materials must be backed by a written one-year warranty, and all work must comply with applicable codes, manufacturer specifications, and industry standards. Bids must be submitted online through the centralbidding.com portal by 11:00 am CST on October 20, 2026. To be considered responsive and responsible, bidders must use the official City-Parish proposal forms, ensure all corporations or LLCs are in good standing with the Louisiana Secretary of State, and demonstrate sufficient good faith efforts to meet Socially and Economically Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (SEDBE) participation goals. The contract is subject to several regulatory requirements, including compliance with the Davis-Bacon Act for wage standards and the Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act. Furthermore, contractors must maintain specific insurance ratings and adhere to various federal non-discrimination and equal opportunity mandates. For any bids exceeding $25,000, the bidder must certify that they and their subcontractors are not suspended or debarred by the General Services Administration.