The Scope of the contract work is to clean out drainage canals throughout St. John the Baptist Parish. The Work generally involves the removal and disposal of fallen trees, fallen vegetation, rubbish, and debris deposited into 16 drainage canals by Hurricane Ida in various locations across St. John the Baptist Parish. Bids shall be addressed to the St. John the Baptist Parish Purchasing and Procurement. Bid envelopes shall be sealed, display the name and address of the bidder, and be clearly marked on the outside of the envelope Hurricane Ida NRCS Drainage Canal Cleaning Phase 2. Questions and comments regarding this Bid must be submitted in writing to St. John the Baptist Parish, Purchasing & Procurement Department, ATTN: Peter Montz, 1811 West Airline Highway, LaPlace, LA 70068 or via e-mail to p.montz@Stjohn-la.gov no later than 4:00 P.M. local time on September 5, 2023. Contractors submitting bids shall be licensed under LA R.S. 37:2150-2164, Municipal & Public Works and/or Heavy Construction. The Owner reserves the right to reject any and all bids for just cause; such actions will be in accordance with Title 38 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes. In accordance with R.S. 38:2212 (A)(1)(b), the provisions and requirements stated in the Bidding Documents shall not be waived by any entity. No bidder may withdraw his/her bid within forty-five (45) days after the actual date of the opening thereof, except as provided under LA. R.S. 38:2214. Equal Opportunity in Employment: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, or veteran status. Bidders on this work will be required to comply with the Presidents Executive Order No. 11246, as amended. The requirements for bidders and contractors under this order are explained in these specifications. Participation by minority and female owned businesses, as well as businesses located in St. John the Baptist Parish is encouraged. Any person with disabilities requiring Special Accommodations must contact St. John the Baptist Parish at (985) 652-9569 no later than seven (7) days prior to bid opening.