13524-20241213121805 BMS

Gulf Coast Main Street, doing business as Biloxi Main Street, is soliciting proposals for the HowHop Lighting Project through the Mississippi Main Street Revitalization Grant Program, funded by the Department of Finance and Administration under the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021. The procurement involves supplying, installing, and programming specialized lighting infrastructure under the I-110 Overpass at Howard Avenue. Specific requirements include 34 total Westgate DMX-WW-72W-RGBW-BT-BK DMX 512 light fixtures (or equivalent) with 32 daisy chain cords, to be installed on both east and west edges and across 8 bridge support columns. The project mandates comprehensive installation including power supply, wiring, and conduit, with successful bidders required to obtain necessary permits from the City of Biloxi and Mississippi Department of Transportation. Proposals must be submitted via email to kmiller@biloxi.ms.us or as a hard copy to 932 Howard Avenue, Biloxi, MS 39530 by close of business on December 27, 2024. Technical specifications for the fixtures include DMX 512 compatibility, 72W RGBW lights with a 60-degree beam angle, operating at 120-277V, and capable of producing 1300LM in single white or 3200LM at maximum power.

While no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations are explicitly mentioned, the project appears open to qualified vendors capable of meeting technical and permitting requirements. The procurement allows Biloxi Main Street to reduce project scope as needed to maintain budget constraints. The project is funded through federal grant money allocated via the American Rescue Plan Act, suggesting potential preferences for local or small businesses, though not definitively stated. Bidders must demonstrate capability to navigate complex installation requirements, including potential scanning of mounting locations to identify structural reinforcement and prestressing strands. The project involves integration with existing infrastructure under the I-110 Overpass, requiring precise technical expertise and coordination with municipal and state transportation authorities. While a specific award value is not disclosed, the comprehensive nature of the lighting installation and the federal grant funding suggest a potentially significant project budget with opportunities for qualified contractors in electrical infrastructure and municipal lighting projects.