Lower Tchefuncte Breakwater Restoration

The St. Tammany Parish Government is seeking bids for the Lower Tchefuncte Breakwater Restoration project. The project involves the restoration of a breakwater in the Lower Tchefuncte River. The scope of work includes the installation of armor stone, geotextile fabric, and settlement plates, as well as the construction of a temporary flotation channel and stockpile. The project requires the contractor to have experience with heavy construction and dredging. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder, and the contractor will be required to execute a performance and payment bond in an amount of at least 100% of the contract price. Some key aspects of the project include: • The installation of armor stone with a minimum size of 50 pounds and a maximum size of 2000 pounds • The use of geotextile fabric to prevent soil displacement and erosion • The construction of a temporary flotation channel and stockpile to facilitate the installation of the breakwater • The requirement for the contractor to have experience with heavy construction and dredging • The need for the contractor to obtain all necessary permits and approvals before commencing work on the project