Fort_Point_Luminaire_Detail_w_Vendor_2026-10-08.pdf

This is a detailed specification document for decorative fixtures and poles submitted to the City of Boston's Street Lighting and Electrification (SLE) program under Requisitions 478558 and 478559. The procurement encompasses 15 line items totaling approximately 44,500 units, including Boston and Neighborhood Posts in multiple heights (16 ft, 14 ft, and 11 ft), aluminum split bases and slipfitters with both traditional and 7-pin enabled options, pendant boulevard posts (24 ft and 20 ft), acorn-style fixtures in old and new configurations with polycarbonate lenses, pendant Chicago fixtures in senior and junior models, and Fort Point fixtures. Specified fixtures include the K805 Chicago Senior, K705 Chicago Junior, K118 Washington acorn, and K118 Clear Top and Black Top Acorn variants with smart photocell options. Sealed bids are due October 21, 2026 at 12:00 PM with public opening at One City Hall Square Room 808. Initial delivery is required by October 26, 2026 to the PWD Streetlighting Division in Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts. The contract term is two years, ending June 30, 2028.

Pricing must be submitted on a firm bid basis with unit prices in both words and figures, with all shipping charges to zip code 02130 included in the bid price. Bids will be awarded per line to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Approved equal alternatives to specified part numbers are permitted, provided bidders submit detailed specifications and cut sheets with proposals or risk rejection as non-responsive. Vendors must comply with all City submission requirements, including the Wage Theft Prevention Form (CM-16), Certificate of Authority (CM-06) if applicable, certifications regarding debarment status, CORI policy compliance, and state tax law compliance. Vendors must also comply with the City's Minority and Women Business Enterprise Development policies and provide three or more references for similar work upon request. Quantities shown are estimates only; contractors must fulfill all orders regardless of stated volumes during the contract period. The City is exempt from federal excise taxes and Massachusetts sales and use tax. Contract award is subject to Mayor approval and availability of appropriations.