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HB 1193

CONTRACTS/BIDS: Provides for Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity construction phase contracts (EN SEE FISC NOTE SD EX See Note)

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Ryan Bourriaque and 1 co-sponsor

Allows CPRA to use ID/IQ contracts for construction and related supplies to accelerate and flexibly procure coastal protection projects.

Effective date: 06/09/2026.
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Bill Summary · HB 1193

Summary of HB 1193 (Louisiana, 2026) – Contracts/Bids: ID/IQ Construction Phase and Supply Contracts

Purpose and Intent

  • Establishes the use of Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (ID/IQ) contracting for construction phase and supply work related to integrated coastal protection projects overseen by the Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority (CPRA).
  • Aims to increase efficiency, flexibility, and readiness in planning and executing coastal protection efforts, while allowing procurement to be adapted to project-specific needs.

Key Provisions and Changes

Definitions (Section B)

  • Introduces and clarifies terms such as:
    • Best value
    • ID/IQ (indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity)
    • ID/IQ construction phase contract
    • ID/IQ supply contract
    • Low bid, single award, multiple award
    • Work order and purchase order

Federal Compliance (Section C)

-CPRA must comply with applicable federal regulations for federally aided projects, with federal rules controlling in case of conflict.

Procurement Methods (Section D)

  • CPRA may use:
    • Low bid
    • Qualifications-based
    • Best value
    • Any other ID/IQ form
  • Procurements may be single award or multiple award.
  • Materials acquired under ID/IQ supply contracts may be provided to contractors as a condition of participation in integrated coastal protection projects.
  • These ID/IQ contracts supersede, to the extent needed, state public bid laws.

Acquisition Process and Requirements (Section E)

  • For single-award ID/IQ construction phase contracts:
    • If advertised as a low-bid contract under state law, awards may be made under those provisions; otherwise, follow CPRA rules.
    • Best value awards follow CPRA’s proposed process.
  • For single-award ID/IQ supply contracts:
    • Low bid basis; can follow standard state methods or CPRA-adopted requirements. If awarded under standard competitive bidding, CPRA need not follow proposed law.
  • For multiple awards:
    • Prior to awarding, CPRA must issue a Notice of Intent (NOI) via its website to request Letters of Interest (LOI) and advertise at least 10 days before response deadlines.
    • After LOI, CPRA issues a Request for Proposals (RFP) with evaluation criteria, estimated quantities/prices, and whether single or multiple awards will be made.
  • Bid security may be specified or waivable by CPRA.

Contract Content (Section F)

  • CPRA may include provisions on:
    • Mobilization/demobilization costs
    • Price escalation/de-escalation
    • Specific ID/IQ provisions
    • Unit pricing and item lists
    • Minimum/maximum quantities or dollar values
    • Procedures and criteria for issuing work orders or purchase orders

Term and Underlying Agreement (Section G)

  • Initial ID/IQ contract term capped at 5 years, with possible extensions up to 5 additional years, for a total maximum of 10 years.
  • The ID/IQ contract serves as the underlying agreement; it does not itself authorize work or function as a notice to proceed.

Performance Bonds and Damages (Section H)

  • Bonds apply to the value/completion of work under individual work orders (not the entire ID/IQ contract) unless otherwise specified.
  • Stipulated damages apply to individual work orders; CPRA determines required insurance coverage.

Exclusions and Supersession (Sections I–J)

  • Does not apply to architect/engineer services or other consulting contracts, except design services needed to support construction.
  • Where conflicts arise, the ID/IQ provisions in this act prevail over existing state law.

Administration and Effective Date (Sections K–L)

  • CPRA may issue guidelines, specifications, and internal documents related to ID/IQ contracting.
  • CPRA may adopt rules to implement these provisions under the Administrative Procedure Act.
  • Effective upon governor’s signature (or as provided by law).

Affected Parties and Impacts

  • Primary: Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority (CPRA) and CPRA-approved contractors/suppliers.
  • Impacts include:
    • More flexible, potentially faster procurement for coastal protection projects.
    • Ability to use multiple procurement approaches (low bid, best value, qualifications-based).
    • Structured process for multiple awards and for work orders/purchase orders under a unified ID/IQ framework.
    • Clarified bond, insurance, and damages treatment at the work-order level.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • NOI (10-day lead time) and LOI/RFP processes apply for multiple awards or non-advertised contracts.
  • Under CPRA discretion, procurement documents may specify escalation methods, minimums/maximums, and other contract terms.
  • Initial contract term capped at 5 years, extendable to 10 years total.
  • Effective date: upon governor's signature or as provided by law; later amendments may customize implementation details.

Note: The bill was amended to remove supply contracts from ID/IQ authority in one round of committee amendments, with additional revisions in the final version.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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