Three (3) Year Pre-Placed Emergency Contract for a Supply of Bottle

The Jefferson Parish Purchasing Department is seeking bids for a three-year pre-placed emergency contract to supply bottle water during emergency events. The contract will be for a period of three years, and the successful bidder will be required to provide bottle water to the parish as needed. The bidder must attend a mandatory pre-bid conference and submit their bid electronically through the parish's e-procurement system. The bid must include all required documentation, including proof of insurance and a certificate of authority. The parish reserves the right to reject any bid that does not meet the requirements specified in the bid package. Some key points to consider are: * The contract is for a three-year period * The bidder must provide bottle water to the parish as needed during emergency events * The bidder must attend a mandatory pre-bid conference * The bid must be submitted electronically through the parish's e-procurement system * The bid must include all required documentation, including proof of insurance and a certificate of authority * The parish reserves the right to reject any bid that does not meet the requirements specified in the bid package * The bidder must comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations * The bidder must provide a preference for the purchase, acquisition, or use of goods, products, or materials produced in the United States. Some of the key requirements for the bidder are: * The bidder must be registered with the parish as a vendor * The bidder must have a valid Louisiana state contractor's license * The bidder must have the necessary insurance coverage, including workers' compensation and general liability insurance * The bidder must provide a certificate of authority and proof of insurance with their bid.