COMMERCIAL CONTRACTOR PRACTICE EXAM Louisiana-Specific | 2026 Updated Edition

COMMERCIAL CONTRACTOR PRACTICE EXAM
Louisiana-Specific | 2026 Updated Edition




1. Under Louisiana Public Bid Law, contracts exceeding the statutory
threshold must be awarded to:

A. The highest bidder
B. The lowest responsible and responsive bidder
C. Any licensed contractor
D. The fastest bidder

Answer: B
Rationale: Louisiana Public Bid Law (La. R.S. 38:2212) requires contracts to be awarded to the
lowest responsible and responsive bidder.

,2. Before excavation in Louisiana, contractors must notify:

A. OSHA
B. The property owner
C. Louisiana One Call (811)
D. The Department of Revenue

Answer: C
Rationale: Louisiana law requires contractors to contact Louisiana One Call (811) before digging to
prevent utility damage.

,3. A performance bond for Louisiana public works must equal:

A. 25% of contract value
B. 50% of contract value
C. 100% of contract value
D. 150% of contract value

Answer: C
Rationale: Public works law requires a performance bond equal to 100% of the contract amount.

, 4. Under Louisiana Public Bid Law, contracts exceeding the statutory
threshold must be awarded to:

A. The highest bidder
B. The lowest responsible and responsive bidder
C. Any licensed contractor
D. The fastest bidder

Answer: B
Rationale: Louisiana Public Bid Law (La. R.S. 38:2212) requires contracts to be awarded to the
lowest responsible and responsive bidder.