Baseball Lighting for Jackson High School Baseball

The Butts County School System is soliciting proposals for a comprehensive baseball lighting replacement project at the varsity baseball field located at Red Devil Hill. This Request for Proposals (RFP) seeks a qualified contractor to completely replace the existing baseball field lighting infrastructure, which includes disassembling and removing current lights, inspecting existing infrastructure, and installing new LED lighting fixtures across six existing light poles. The project requires LED fixtures with specific technical specifications, including a 5000K color temperature, Color Rendering Index (CRI) of 70 or higher, and shatter-proof construction. Performance requirements mandate precise illumination levels, with 50 foot-candles for the infield and 30 foot-candles for the outfield, adhering to defined uniformity ratios. Key project dates include an optional site visit on April 17th, 2025, proposal submissions due on May 2nd, 2025 at 2:00 PM, and an anticipated contract award by the Board of Education on May 13th, 2025. The project must be completed by July 31st, 2025, or prior to the first home football game. Evaluation will occur on a "best value" basis, considering factors beyond pricing such as the contractor's ability to meet specifications, demonstrated experience, and overall proposal quality.

The RFP does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Payment terms are established as net 30 days following invoice receipt, and the total project is funded through the Butts County School System's budget. The system retains the right to reject any or all proposals and can terminate the contract with 30 days' written notice. While no incumbent vendor is mentioned, the project involves working with existing infrastructure, specifically six current light poles that will be utilized for the new lighting installation. Although no specific budget range is provided in the available documentation, the comprehensive nature of the project—involving complete light replacement, infrastructure inspection, and installation—suggests a potentially significant capital investment. Interested contractors will need to demonstrate technical expertise in sports field lighting installation, LED technology, and the ability to meet precise illumination and performance specifications.