West Interstate Dr. and Walmart Dr. Roadway Improvements – Project No. 226011

The City of Jennings is seeking bids for the construction of roadway improvements on West Interstate Drive and Walmart Drive, including a new travel lane, drainage upgrades, milling, and asphalt overlay. The scope encompasses clearing and grubbing, removal of existing pavement and curbs, installation of geotextile fabric, base and subgrade construction, asphalt and concrete paving, storm‑drain pipe and catch‑basin installation, concrete curbs, signage, slab sod‑ding, mobilization, and related site work. Bids must be submitted electronically by the deadline and a 5 % bid bond is required. The contract is a stipulated‑price construction agreement with a 70‑day substantial‑completion schedule and a total contract‑time of 130 days, with liquidated damages for delays. • New lane addition and full pavement reconstruction (asphalt & concrete). • Comprehensive drainage system installation (storm‑drain pipes, catch basins, temporary erosion control). • Required licensure: Louisiana commercial contractor’s license with Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction classification. • Mandatory 5 % bid bond; post‑award bonding and insurance must be provided within 10 days of award. • Pre‑bid conference (optional) on Oct 29, 2026; work on Walmart entrance cannot begin before Jan 2, 2027.