This is a two-year contract for wrecker services as needed for Jefferson Parish Department of Fleet Management. Bids must be submitted electronically by June 2, 2026, at 2:00 PM. Late bids will not be accepted. Vendors must comply with all provisions in the technical specifications and Jefferson Parish instructions for bidders and general terms and conditions. A bid bond of 5% of the total bid is required. A performance bond and payment bond will be required for non-public works bids. Insurance requirements are detailed and must be met. Bidders are responsible for visiting the job site before submitting a bid. Questions must be submitted in writing at least five working days prior to the bid opening. All addenda must be acknowledged on the bid form. Vendors are encouraged to register as a Jefferson Parish vendor. Proof of cybersecurity training may be required for the successful bidder. A new financial management system (ERP) is being implemented, and vendors will be required to register in the new Infor Supplier Portal by May 22, 2026, to bid on future opportunities. Final day to submit invoices for payment is June 5, 2026.
The bid due date is June 02, 2026, at 2:00 PM. Late bids will not be accepted.
The text does not explicitly state the payment terms for this bid.
Unless otherwise specified, all workmanship and materials must have at least one 1 year guaranty, in writing, from the date of delivery and/or acceptance of the project.
Every contract or order shall be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, taking into consideration the conformity with the specifications and the delivery and/or completion date.
The bidder must hold current applicable Jefferson Parish licenses with the department of building permits and any and all applicable municipality, federal and/or state licenses. A Louisiana State Contractors License will be required. Bidders must also possess a wrecker large enough to haul 100-foot ladder fire department trucks and sewerage vaccon trucks, and have a large enough fleet of wreckers to accommodate needs without delays. Proof of financial responsibility is required, including specific automobile liability and garage keepers legal liability insurance amounts.
The text does not explicitly state penalties for this bid, but mentions that violation of the Louisiana code of governmental ethics may result in rescission of contract, permit or licenses, and the imposition of fines and/or penalties.
It is the bidder's responsibility to visit the job site and evaluate the job before submitting a bid.
The text does not mention the submission of samples.
Written protest must be received within 48 hours of the release of the bid tabulation by the purchasing department.
The text does not provide an estimated total value for this bid.
