Cavern Rope Lighting

The Department of Energy Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory is seeking rope lighting for the Long-Baseline Neutrino Facility (LBNF) / Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment (DUNE) project through RFP 372492RLP. The lighting must meet stringent technical specifications including 72 LEDs per meter, Epistar LED chips, capability to reach up to 480 feet in length, IP67 rating for environmental protection, 12-watt power consumption per meter, and an operating temperature range from -40°C to 55°C. Offerors must submit proposals that include completed SARC (Subcontractor Annual Representations & Certifications) and PUR-466 (Proposal Certifications) forms along with their technical and pricing proposals. The procurement will utilize a best value source selection method, with award based on the lowest price among technically acceptable offerors. Proposals are due by September 3, 2025, with the solicitation posted on August 18, 2025.

This opportunity does not include any set-aside designations and is open to all qualified contractors. The contract is being managed by Fermi Forward Discovery Group, LLC, which operates the Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory under a prime contract with the Department of Energy. While specific award values are not disclosed in the solicitation, the procurement falls under the Electric Lamp Bulb and Other Lighting Equipment Manufacturing NAICS code 335139. The rope lighting will be delivered to Dakota Warehouse/Steel Laydown Yard in Rapid City, South Dakota, though the primary place of performance is listed as Batavia, Illinois. The selected subcontractor will be responsible for providing customer support, operator's manuals, and ensuring quality control for the specialized lighting equipment designed for underground scientific facility applications.