Wheatridge_Recreation_Center_Spec_Vol(2)_Divisions_14-17.pdf

This specification document pertains to the City of Wheat Ridge, Colorado's Recreation Center LED lighting replacement project, specifically addressing divisions 14-17 of the construction specifications. The project targets the Main Hall and Gymnasium areas, requiring the replacement of existing lighting systems with new energy-efficient LED fixtures and integrated controls. The City issued RFP 25-037 with a mandatory pre-proposal meeting scheduled for October 13, 2025, at the Wheat Ridge Recreation Center. Proposals are due by October 24, 2025, at 2:00 pm Mountain Time. Contractors must provide a turn-key solution including lighting design, fixture installation, complete electrical drawings, connection details, material specifications, and documentation for code and permit compliance. The project must be completed within a seven-day installation window in 2025, accommodating the recreation center's operational schedule. The contract is subject to annual renewal based on contractor performance and pricing, with the city reserving the right to rebid or terminate the agreement.

The City will utilize a best value procurement model, evaluating proposals based on contractor qualifications, price, product quality, service capabilities, and alignment with city policies and budget. Local Colorado contractors are preferred, and a performance bond will be required for the project. Specific budget amounts and funding sources are not detailed in the specifications. No explicit set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are mentioned. The project emphasizes energy efficiency, longevity, serviceability, and safety improvements to the facility's lighting infrastructure, requiring contractors to demonstrate advanced technical expertise in LED lighting design and integration with existing recreational facility systems.