Abilene Convention Center Auditorium Step/Aisle Lighting Renovation

The City of Abilene, Texas is requesting proposals for the Abilene Convention Center Auditorium Step/Aisle Lighting Renovation (RFP #CB-2638), with sealed proposals due June 30, 2026 at 3:00 p.m., and a mandatory pre-proposal conference on June 18, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at the facility.

Contractors must be full-time commercial lighting contractors with a minimum of three years' experience in the lighting business, documented commercial engagement, adequate skilled employees and equipment, and company vehicles clearly marked with the company name. Proposers must provide references from at least five commercial facilities where work was completed within the past twenty-four months.

The scope encompasses removal of all aging incandescent stair edge and aisle lighting systems; installation of new energy-efficient LED safety lighting systems; remediation of electrical deficiencies including loose conduit straps and exposed wiring; removal and replacement of existing AC power supplies with properly sized LED power supplies; and restoration of any flooring damaged during installation. Payment, performance, and one-year maintenance bonds are required, with all associated costs included in the pricing proposal.

Proposals will be evaluated on cost for project completion (25 points), general appearance, quality, and fit of the finished system (50 points), and company experience history and references (25 points). Written questions are due June 23, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. (noon), with responses posted by June 25 at 5:00 p.m. Evaluation of proposals will occur in July 2026, with City Council contract approval anticipated for July–August 2026. Proposers must submit a Statement of Qualifications, Staffing/Services Description, Proposal Form (Exhibit B), and Certificate of Insurance. The City reserves the right to accept or reject any or all proposals, waive formalities and technicalities, and award contracts to multiple contractors for specific purposes.