The Office of State Procurement has suspended in-person attendance at public bid openings. Bidders can access a live audio and video link to the opening at www. ***. *. * at 9:45 AM Central Time on **** must be registered in the lagov vendor system to submit an
online bid. A W9 is required for newly registered vendors. The contract is for waste disposal service to the DVA, Northwest Louisiana War Veterans Home, effective July 1, 2025, or date of award, whichever is later, and ending June 30, 2026. The contract may be extended for two additional 12-month periods at the same prices, terms, and conditions. All attachments must be printed and reviewed. Bid prices must be typed, written in ink, or submitted
online. All bids must be manually signed in ink or submitted
online. Payment is due within 30 days after receipt of a properly executed invoice or delivery, whichever is later. Bidders must specify the brand and model number of the product offered. Bidders proposing an equivalent brand or model should submit information such as illustrations, descriptive literature, and technical data. Bid prices must be complete, including transportation prepaid to destination and firm for acceptance for a minimum of 30 days. Vendors are responsible for including all applicable taxes in the bid price. All products must be new, never previously used, and the current model and/or packaging. The State of Louisiana has the right to terminate the contract for various reasons, including misrepresentation, fraud, or breach of contract. Failure to deliver within the time specified or to provide services as specified will constitute a default. All contracts shall be construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Louisiana. Bidders must comply with civil rights laws, ADA accessibility requirements, and other relevant laws. Evidence of authority to sign and submit bids is required. Any public entity is authorized to reject a proposal or bid from a business in which any individual with an ownership interest of five percent or more has been convicted of a felony. The contractor agrees to adhere to the Copeland Anti-kickback Act, Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, Energy Policy and Conservation Act, anti-lobbying and debarment act, and other relevant federal statutes. The bidder certifies that the price submitted was independently arrived at without collusion. The contractor shall comply with the provisions of La R. S. 23:995 and federal law pertaining to everify in the performance of services under the contract.