18th Street Reconstruction (Lake St. to Creole St.) – Phase I

The City of Lake Charles is seeking competitive bids for Phase I of the 18th Street Reconstruction project, which involves rebuilding approximately 800 ft of roadway from Lake Street to the west side of the existing bridge over Small Bayou, installing a new 25‑ft reinforced‑concrete roadway with sidewalks, upgrading subsurface drainage, and replacing a water‑distribution line between Lake Street and Creole Street. Bids must be submitted by June 16, 2026, and a 5 % bid bond is required. The work includes extensive utility coordination, temporary traffic control, and compliance with Louisiana public‑works bidding statutes. • Scope: roadway pavement, concrete sidewalks, subsurface drainage, and water‑distribution pipe replacement. • Requirements: Louisiana contractor’s license (≥ $50 k), bid bond (5 % of base bid), and compliance with detailed specifications (including unit‑price form). • Schedule: optional pre‑bid conference on May 22, 2026; bid submission deadline June 16, 2026; public bid opening June 16, 2026.