US-61 SCENIC HWY. (LA-408 HARDING BLV TO SWAN AVE)

The City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge is seeking bids for the construction of US-61 Scenic Hwy from LA-408 Harding Boulevard to Swan Avenue. The project includes grading, earthwork, drainage structure modifications, asphaltic concrete pavement, lighting, striping, signing, and associated items of work. The city has established a Socially and Economically Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (SEDBE) program, with a minimum EBE goal of 14% of the contract amount. Bidders must comply with all provisions of the State Licensing Law for Contractors and hold an active license issued by the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors. • The project requires a Certified Check or Cashier's Check, payable to the Parish of East Baton Rouge, or a satisfactory Bid Bond executed by the Bidder and an acceptable surety, in an amount equal to five percent (5%) of the total bid. • Bids shall be firm for a period of sixty (60) days from the date of the opening of bids. • The city reserves the right to reject any and all bids for just cause. • The project is expected to be completed within a certain timeframe, but the exact duration is not specified.