BID 24-0062-5 Annual Contract for Low Voltage Cabling Services

The Chatham County Purchasing & Contracting Department is soliciting competitive bids for an annual contract with renewal options for low voltage cabling services. The contract will serve various departments and agencies within Chatham County, Georgia. The awarded contractor must provide new cabling equipment and perform installations to industry standards, including Category 6 plenum cabling. Key responsibilities include coordinating with the County, providing testing and documentation, obtaining permits, and removing debris. Pricing is requested on a cost-per-foot basis, with Panduit-manufactured products as the baseline. The contractor must have demonstrated expertise, be licensed in Georgia, and provide references for similar government projects. The contract does not guarantee any minimum or maximum lengths, but the contractor must provide quotes within 2 days and begin work within 3 days of a purchase order, unless an emergency exception applies.

Chatham County has set MBE and WBE participation goals of 12% and 5% respectively. The County may bid out larger projects separately. Invoices must detail each drop, including footage and unit prices. Emergency installations under 10 drops or 2,000 feet may proceed before a purchase order is issued. The contract term is one year with four one-year renewal options, subject to agreement by both parties. Bids are due by 2:00 PM on May 30, 2024.