Ducks Unlimited, Inc., the Nation's leader in wetland conservation, is seeking bids for the East Pointe Aux Chenes Terraces project.  We are having a MANDATORY pre-bid meeting and site showing to interested contractors from our bidders list at 10:00AM on November 15, 2022.  We will meet at the Pointe Aux Chenes Marina and Launch at 4266 LA-665, Montegut, LA. 70377.  Please see the attached vicinity map or Sheet 3 of the plans.  Contractors are encouraged to bring shallow draft boats. Airboats are permitted. Please bring your own personal flotation device.
 
The work on this project consists of constructing and planting 50,500 LF of marsh terraces.  This work shall also include performing the necessary items outlined in the plans and specifications and associated with constructing the project according to the plans.  Contract completion time is 330 calendar days. Bids shall be submitted online through Central Bidding by 12:00 P.M. CST on November 22, 2022. Anticipated Notice to Proceed timeframe is beginning of January 2023.

Bids shall only be accepted from Prime Contractors on DU’s prequalified contractor bidder’s list and with the necessary License Classifications required by the State Contracting Board to perform work outlined in the plans and technical specifications.  It shall be the responsibility of the Prime Contractor to assure that he and all subcontractors comply with all state contracting laws.  Bids must be accompanied by a 5% bid bond.  If the bids are awarded, the successful bidder must submit a 100% performance and payment bond along with proper insurance and evidence of workmen’s compensation.
 
Please contact the Engineer listed above for technical information regarding the project or bid.
 
Ducks Unlimited, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We encourage small businesses, minority-owned firms and women’s business enterprises to respond to this solicitation.