Port of South Louisiana - Riverplex Megapark Heavy Haul Road and Construction Bridge - 2026
Port Of South LouisianaPublic Authority · Reserve, LA- Due
- Aug 26, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 22, 2026
- Primary contact
- Julia Fisher-Cormier
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Summary
The Port of South Louisiana is seeking bids for the complete construction of a new Heavy Haul Route at the Riverplex Megapark in Ascension Parish, LA. The project scope includes a Marine Offloading Facility (MOF) on the Mississippi River with modular removable steel deck panels, heavy haul road fill structures, offloading platforms, staging areas, access roads and ramps, a dry bulk storage area, and a megabridge crossing of the LA405 highway.
Key construction elements involve driving steel pipe piles, CIP caps, steel plate girders, earthwork, and erosion and sediment controls. Sealed bids are due by August 26, 2026, at 2:00 PM. A mandatory pre-bid conference was held on August 5, 2025 (2026), and written requests for clarification are due by August 19, 2026. Contractors must hold a valid Louisiana license for Highway, Street, and Bridge construction or Heavy construction.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
bid security in an amount of five percent (5.0%) of the sum of the base bid and all alternates, Performance and Payment Bond, Written evidence of the authority of the person signing the bid
- Submit to
- www.centralauctionhouse.com
- Scope location
- Ascension Parish, LA
- Reported agency
- Port of South Louisiana
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Port Of South Louisiana?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 26, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: www.centralauctionhouse.com. For questions, contact Julia Fisher-Cormier.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Port Of South Louisiana in LA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Julia Fisher-Cormier. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Port Of South Louisiana?
All active and historical solicitations from Port Of South Louisiana are tracked and searchable. As a public authority agency, Port Of South Louisiana regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: bid security in an amount of five percent (5.0%) of the sum of the base bid and all alternates, Performance and Payment Bond, Written evidence of the authority of the person signing the bid. Review the full document from Port Of South Louisiana for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Ascension Parish, LA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.