Description
The Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans (SWBNO) seeks a qualified vendor to provide both skilled and unskilled labor on an as‑needed basis for essential maintenance of the city’s water, drainage, and sewerage infrastructure. All materials, equipment, and supplies are supplied by SWBNO; the contractor must furnish labor, tools, and coordination. The contract is an indefinite‑delivery, indefinite‑quantity (IDIQ) arrangement lasting two years with three optional one‑year renewals. Vendors must attend a mandatory pre‑proposal conference on October 7, 2026; only attendees may submit proposals. Proposals are due electronically by October 22, 2026, 11:00 AM CST. Compensation follows prevailing‑wage rates; overtime is paid at time‑and‑a‑half. The board will award the contract after technical and price evaluation.
• Scope: Provide on‑call skilled/unskilled labor for critical maintenance of water, drainage, and sewer systems.
• Duration: 2‑year base term, with up to three 1‑year extensions.
• Delivery: Labor only; all tools/materials supplied by SWBNO; response time ≤ 5 days after request.
• Compensation: Prevailing‑wage rates, overtime as required, no stand‑by pay.
• Mandatory pre‑proposal meeting: October 7, 2026 (attendance required for eligibility).
• Submission: Email PDF proposals to [email protected] by October 22, 2026, 11:00 AM CST.
• Evaluation: Technical compliance then price; best‑and‑final‑offer may be requested.
• Required certifications: Insurance (CGL, Workers’ Comp, Auto, E&O), prevailing‑wage compliance, DBE participation.