Athletic Field Light Replacement

The Town of Southington Parks and Recreation Department is requesting proposals for LED athletic field lighting replacement at Panthorn Park Lower Softball Field, with sealed proposals due October 5, 2026 at 2:00 PM, and a written-inquiry deadline of September 18, 2026 at noon.

The scope covers purchase, removal, installation, aiming, testing, and commissioning of LED sports lighting to replace twenty-four existing fixtures at the softball field located at 485 Burritt Street in Plantsville, Connecticut. Proposed fixtures must meet specified performance requirements including high efficiency, adjustable optics for softball-field lighting, durability, surge protection, and manufacturer-backed warranties, with the Town strongly preferring a minimum five-year warranty. Proposers must provide a photometric plan demonstrating compliance with performance standards and field coverage requirements. Work must be completed by March 1, 2027.

Qualified proposers must demonstrate relevant experience with outdoor athletic-field or sports-lighting projects and provide at least three comparable project references completed within the past five years. The contractor is responsible for obtaining all required permits and complying with Connecticut requirements, the National Electrical Code, OSHA standards, and applicable building and safety codes. Required insurance includes Commercial General Liability and Workers' Compensation coverage acceptable to the Town.

Site visits are strongly recommended; proposers are expected to inspect existing conditions before submitting proposals. Responses to written inquiries are due September 30, 2026 at 3:00 PM. Proposers must register on the Town's PlanetBids website to download bidding documents and submit sealed proposals with comprehensive pricing through a completed proposal pricing form. Proposals remain valid for a minimum of ninety days following the submission deadline. The Town reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, negotiate with proposers, and select the proposal determined to be in the best interest of the Town.