Lafayette, LA (June 3, 2025) – The Lafayette Parish School System (LPSS) received a letter on May 21, 2025, from the Deputy Director of Enforcement with the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC), outlining findings related to a recent complaint involving Bosco Oilfield Services.
It is important to clarify that LPSS was not the subject of the LSLBC investigation, and there were no concerns raised regarding the quality or completion of the work performed by Bosco. The contracted work was completed as agreed, and no financial irregularities were found.
The central issue addressed in the complaint involves whether Bosco Oilfield Services was properly licensed to perform the work at the time the contract was awarded. Additionally, the LSLBC letter revealed that several contractors who were listed as having submitted bids reported no recollection of submitting them. LPSS is treating this information seriously and is actively investigating the validity of the bid submissions to determine whether these bids were, in fact, submitted as documented.
The District Progress and Compliance Director, along with members of the LPSS leadership team, launched an immediate internal investigation to review all relevant procedures and documentation. While the investigation is ongoing and no definitive conclusions have been reached, the LPSS Director of Facilities and Maintenance has already implemented additional internal safeguards to protect the integrity of the district’s procurement processes.
“We are committed to a full and fair review of the facts,” said Superintendent Francis Touchet. “If our investigation determines that the concerns raised by LSLBC are substantiated, LPSS will report its findings to the Louisiana Legislative Auditor and, if appropriate, refer the matter to law enforcement.”
LPSS remains firmly committed to transparency, accountability, and ensuring all procurement and contracting practices uphold the highest ethical standards.
