7-20250522081855 Jackson

The City of Jackson, Mississippi, located in Hinds County, is seeking proposals for the Grove Park Sport Lighting Install and Remove project, with sealed bids due by 3:30 P.M. on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at the City Clerk's Office. The procurement involves removing 48 existing customer-owned sports lights and 8 wooden poles, followed by installing 48 new 650W LED sports lights, 6 steel poles, and 12 sports light brackets across multiple athletic fields, including Large Field 1, Medium Fields 2 and 3, and a Tennis/Pickleball court. The contract term is initially set for 90 days, with potential extension options. Bidders must submit one original and four copies of their proposal, with detailed specifications including manufacturer names and models for each item. The City will evaluate proposals based on lowest total cost and best value, with delivery time potentially being a consideration in the award decision. Manufacturers must provide comprehensive documentation and specifications for all proposed lighting equipment.

The procurement includes significant emphasis on Equal Business Opportunity (EBO) participation, with specific goals for Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs) and Female Business Enterprises (FBEs). The city mandates participation goals across different minority business categories, including Asian American (ABE), African American (AABE), Hispanic (HBE), Native American (NABE), and Female Business Enterprises (FBE), with goals varying by procurement category. For A/E & Professional Services, goals range from 0.00% for Native American businesses to 8.67% for African American businesses, with a 1.96% goal for female-owned businesses. Contractors can meet these goals through subcontractor participation, supplier involvement, and joint ventures, with encouragement for mentor-protege programs. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive lighting infrastructure project suggests a significant capital investment. Bidders must complete a detailed EBO Application form, demonstrating their commitment to inclusive business practices and providing documentation of minority and female business involvement in the proposed project.