BID# 24-30 Lighting Replacement Cape May Convention Hall

The City of Cape May is seeking bids for a comprehensive lighting replacement project at the Cape May Convention Hall, designated as Bid #24-30. The procurement involves replacing 16 front-of-house and 21 on-stage fixtures with LED color-changing options, providing two LED moving head spotlights, replacing the lighting control console, and upgrading 6 dimmer modules. Bidders must be licensed electricians with a public works contractor registration, and the project includes system programming, initial user training, and manufacturer equipment warranties. Two bid options are available: Option A-1 for professional-grade fixtures and Option A-2 for budget-line fixtures, with an additional optional maintenance time and material bid. The bid will be received electronically through BidNet Direct on January 8, 2025, at 11:00 A.M., with a Zoom bid opening scheduled for February 5, 2025, at 12:00 P.M. Interested contractors can schedule a site visit with Kacie Rattigan, Director of Civic Affairs, to ensure accurate proposal preparation. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder, with pricing to be held for two years.

The procurement appears to have no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, though bidders must comply with New Jersey's equal employment opportunity and anti-discrimination provisions. Mandatory submissions include a business registration certificate, non-collusion affidavit, and equipment certification. Work is constrained to 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Monday through Friday, with project completion required before the spring season. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed in the documents, the project involves substantial technological infrastructure upgrades for the Convention Hall's lighting system. Potential contractors should note the project's tight timeline and the requirement for rapid implementation. The procurement allows for a potential two-year service agreement, suggesting ongoing maintenance and support may be considered beyond the initial installation. Bidders are expected to provide comprehensive solutions that not only replace existing lighting infrastructure but also enhance the venue's technological capabilities.