Ducks Unlimited, Inc., the Nation's leader in wetland conservation, is seeking bids for the Bradish Johnson Terraces project.  We are having a MANDATORY pre-bid meeting and site showing to interested contractors from our bidders list at 11:00AM on October 20, 2023.  We will meet at the Happy Jack Marina (276 Happy Jack Lane, Port Sulphur, LA 70083) to tour the two project areas.  Please see Sheet 3 of the plans. Contractors are to provide their own shallow water vessel. AIRBOATS are allowed, but not necessary.  Please bring your own personal flotation device and poles to assess the project areas.
 
The work on this project consists of constructing and planting 87,550 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 Wednesday November 1, 2023. Anticipated Notice to Proceed timeframe is middle of November 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.