Bid #2544 Electric Utility Right-of-Way Emergency Services

The City of Alexandria, Louisiana is issuing a Request for Proposal (RFP) for Electric Utility Right-of-Way Emergency Services. Here's a summary of the key points: **Bid Details** * Bid Proposal #2544 * Bids will be received until 10:00 AM CDT on December 2, 2025 * Bids can be submitted by hand, express delivery, mail, or electronically through Central Bidding * Bid specifications are available on the City of Alexandria's website **Bid Requirements** * Bidders must have a valid and current Utility Arborist License from the State of Louisiana * Bidders must provide a bid bond or check for an unspecified percentage of the total bid amount * A performance bond will be required if the bid is accepted, in an amount to be determined **Scope of Work** * The City is seeking pricing for Electric Utility Right-of-Way Emergency Services for a 12-month period * The City reserves the right to award the contract separately or in combination, and to award to one or more contractors **General Conditions** * Bidders must submit their proposals on the provided form, with all pages intact and all specification response columns filled in * Incomplete or irregular bids may be rejected * The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids, or to accept the bid that is most advantageous to the City **Payment and Contract Terms** * The City will schedule payment for invoices within 30 days of delivery * The City is exempt from sales taxes * The contract will be binding upon both parties until goods and services are delivered and accepted, and all payments have been made **Minority and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Participation** * The City encourages participation by minority and disadvantaged business enterprise firms * Bidders must submit documentation of their efforts to secure subcontractors that meet the City's AFEAT (Alexandria Fairness, Equality, Accessibility, and Teamwork Program) goals.