§ 34:53 — Public-private partnership

§53. Public-private partnership
A. The board may solicit proposals for a public-private partnership to design,
construct, finance, operate, and maintain the St. Bernard Transportation Corridor roadway
project as provided in this Subpart.
B. In the solicitation of a public-private partnership, the board shall adhere to the
provisions set forth in R.S. 48:2084 through 2084.15, as applicable to public-private
partnership projects undertaken by the Louisiana Transportation Authority. Notwithstanding
any provision of law to the contrary, the Louisiana Transportation Authority shall neither be
required to grant approval for the development of the St. Bernard Parish Transportation
Corridor roadway project nor serve as a party to the comprehensive agreement with any
private entity. The final concession agreement with the public-private partner shall be
approved by the Joint Committee on Transportation, Highways and Public Works.
C. Any agreement entered into by the board for a public-private partnership shall
require a bond with good, solvent, and sufficient surety in an amount equal to or exceeding
the requirements established for contracts by the Department of Transportation and
Development pursuant to R.S. 48:256.3. Additionally, any agreement shall incorporate the
provisions set forth in R.S. 48:256.5.

Legislative History

Acts 2025, No. 217, §1.