NIGP 85588: Turnstiles, Theater

NIGP 85588 Turnstiles, Theater is an Item code that captures high-performance theatrical and venue lighting equipment, specifically sophisticated spotlight systems with precision optics and extended throw capabilities for large assembly venues. State and local governments procuring under this code are acquiring specialized lighting fixtures—typically xenon or LED-based spotlights rated at 2,000W to 4,000W with color temperature and rendering specifications meeting professional broadcast and concert standards—along with bundled installation, commissioning, staff training, and multi-year maintenance support. The issuing bodies are primarily municipal venue operators and entertainment districts managing premier public assembly facilities. The scope of work extends beyond equipment procurement to encompass removal of existing non-operational fixtures, trade-in or resale negotiation, comprehensive on-site installation labor, and service-response commitments (typically within 12 hours of call) backed by performance bonding and warranty coverage. Bidders are required to demonstrate relevant experience with comparable projects completed within the prior three to five years and maintain rapid mobilization capability for emergency maintenance.

The City of Orlando's Orlando Venues Division dominates recent activity under this code, having issued two substantial IFBs for Kia Center spotlight systems within the first four months of 2026. IFB 260290, posted April 20, 2026, and due March 12, 2026, seeks ten Lycian Model 1295 ELT fixtures with 4K xenon lamps, 5600K color temperature, 96 Color Rendering Index, and throw distances of 100 to 500 feet, with three years of annual bi-annual maintenance included; the evaluation criteria reference MBE/WBE and VBE program preferences without specifying set-aside percentages. IFB 250553, posted February 18, 2026, and originally due November 20, 2025, solicited eight spotlight fixtures with similar technical requirements and offered both standard xenon and LED system options. Both procurements are structured as firm fixed-price contracts with performance bonds equal to 100 percent of the bid value and contract terms extending three years with options for additional 12-month renewals up to 48 months cumulative. The vendor lists in both solicitations name Production Resource Group LLC (Orlando), Bay Stage Live (Tampa), and SoloTech (Orlando) as potential bidders, suggesting a regional supplier base concentrated in the Tampa-Orlando corridor.