Award Information

This Award Information document reflects the contract award decision for the City of Norcross Department of Public Works, Utilities & Parks' request for sealed proposals on citywide annual lighting and decorations services and maintenance (PWUP 23-01). The scope of work encompasses installation and maintenance of holiday and special event lighting and decorations across designated city areas, including year-round landscape and tree lighting, Christmas decoration installation and maintenance at multiple parks and downtown locations, remote operation of GOBO projectors, and monthly visual inspections. The mandatory pre-bid meeting was held on March 3, 2023 at 10:00 AM, with sealed proposals due on March 31, 2023 at 11:00 AM. The initial contract term covers the 2023 holiday season, with the City of Norcross retaining the option to award up to three additional one-year renewal periods at its sole discretion. The contractor must commence work within ten calendar days of receiving the Notice to Proceed. The contract was awarded to Carter 1 Enterprises, though R.D. Brown Contractors, INC. is identified in the award information file.

The evaluation criteria totaled 100 points, distributed across strength of overall proposal (20 points), experience with similar-scale municipal holiday projects in metro Atlanta (25 points), innovative and creative approaches (15 points), proven ability to complete projects timely (15 points), and pricing (25 points). For contract awards exceeding $30,000, a performance bond and payment bond each equal to 100% of the contract amount from an AM Best B+ or higher surety are required. Payment terms are NET 30 days with a maximum 10% retainage. Contractors were required to provide three references from similar projects within the metro Atlanta area, certificates of liability insurance, E-Verify contractor affidavits, and SAVE affidavits. All work must comply with OSHA regulations and industry standards.