Bid Ref. #27-027 Security Light Upgrades

The City of Albany, Georgia, is requesting sealed bids for comprehensive citywide security light upgrades involving 12,346 tracked asset actions under ITB 27-027, with bids due November 13, 2026, at 2:30 p.m., and a pre-bid conference on October 21, 2026. The City strongly encourages Small Business and DBE participation, though no set-aside or participation goal is stated.

The scope encompasses LED retrofits of 2,552 active fixtures across five HPS wattage categories (150W, 150/175W post-top lanterns, 250W, 400W, and 1,000W specialty units); decommissioning and removal of 4,819 inactive security lights with lawful disposal; and comprehensive field performance audits and inspections of 4,975 existing active LED fixtures. All replacement LED fixtures and associated materials are furnished by the City. Contractors must provide all labor, tools, vehicles, specialized bucket trucks, safety equipment, traffic control devices, and disposal/recycling services.

Bidders must hold a current State of Georgia Class II (Unrestricted) Electrical Contractor License and submit a photocopy with their bid. Required insurance includes Commercial General Liability of at least $1 million (City as additional insured), Automobile Liability of at least $1 million, and Worker's Compensation with Employers' Liability of at least $100,000 per accident. A 5% bid bond is mandatory; the successful bidder must furnish 100% Performance and Payment bonds before work begins.

Physical construction and decommissioning must be completed by May 20, 2027, with full contract completion by May 30, 2027. Work is restricted to weekday hours, 7:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Liquidated damages of $75 per incomplete fixture apply if the May 30 deadline is missed. This is a unit-price contract awarded to the responsive and responsible bidder with the lowest total base bid. Questions are due November 4, 2026, at 2:30 p.m. Place of performance is citywide Albany, Georgia.