NATURAL GAS SYSTEM INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS – PHMSA (FY 2023) ROUND 2 (B)

This sealed‑bid solicitation calls for the design‑build construction of new 3‑inch and 6‑inch MDPE natural‑gas mains throughout the City of Donaldsonville service area, including tie‑ins to existing mains, installation of 1‑inch service lines with excess‑flow valves, and new service risers with lock‑wing ball valves. Bidders must be pre‑qualified under PHMSA and Louisiana DNR requirements, demonstrate OQ program compliance, provide a 5 % bid bond, and possess bonding capacity for 100 % of the bid amount. The project is funded partially by a PHMSA grant and is subject to Buy‑America and small‑business participation rules. • Scope: New MDPE gas mains (3” & 6”), service line installations, valve and riser work. • Eligibility: Pre‑qualified contractors with Operator Qualification & Training Program, $150 document fee, $10 mailing fee, bonding capacity 100 % of bid, subcontracting limited to 49 %. • Key dates: Pre‑bid conference 01‑Apr‑2026 (non‑mandatory), bid opening 14‑Apr‑2026, submission deadline 12‑May‑2026.