PUBLIC NOTICE - - - Audubon Nature Institute (Audubon), on behalf of the Audubon Commission, an independent agency of the City of New Orleans, is soliciting proposals to provide comprehensive water quality management services for the Cool Zoo Waterpark located within Audubon Zoo at 6500 Magazine Street, New Orleans, Louisiana 70118. The selected contractor will be responsible for providing water quality testing and monitoring, pool chemicals, equipment, and lifeguard services necessary to support the safe and efficient operation of the facility. The Cool Zoo Waterpark encompasses approximately 60,000 square feet and includes multiple aquatic attractions, including a lazy river containing approximately 168,000 gallons of water. The scope of services shall include water quality management for all aquatic features, including the Cool Zoo 1 (CZ1) water system. Interested parties are invited to secure a qualification package at www.bidnetdirect.com/louisiana/audubonnatureinstitute. Prospective companies are strongly encouraged to attend a site visit on September 10, 2026, at 10 am, located at Audubon Zoo Cool Zoo Waterpark, 6500 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA 70118. Proposals must be submitted at or before October 22, 2026, at 10 am. Proposals shall be submitted in sealed envelopes marked Audubon Cool Zoo Water Quality & Lifeguard Services. Proposals must be submitted to the following: Audubon Nature Institute, Attn: Cecilie H. Primeaux, Senior Director of Procurement & Risk Management, 6500 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA 70118. Proposals, and amendments to Proposals, received after the day and time specified above will be rejected by the Audubon Nature Institute as non-responsive and returned unopened. 196877-aug 12-19-26-3t $106.03