Ducks Unlimited, Inc., the Nation's leader in wetland conservation, is seeking bids for the Carencro Ridge Restoration Phase I project.  We are having a MANDATORY pre-bid meeting and site showing to interested contractors from our bidders list at 10:00AM on October 17, 2024.  We will meet at the Falgout Canal Marina near Theriot, LA.  Please see the attached vicinity map or Sheet 3 of the plans.  Ducks Unlimited will escort contractors to the project site for any investigative efforts requested.  Please bring your own boat and personal flotation device. AIRBOATS ARE NOT NEEDED.
 
The work on this project consists of clearing and grubbing and elevating 21,537 LF of deteriorated bayou ridge or banklines, and installing 10,420 SF of Vinyl Sheet Piling.  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 120 calendar days. Bids shall be submitted online through Central Bidding by 12:00 P.M. CST on October 25, 2024. Anticipated Notice to Proceed timeframe is end of November 2024.
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.