BL124-26 Provision of Maintenance and Repair of Radio Towers and Lighting Systems on an Annual Contr

Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners is soliciting competitive sealed bids for maintenance and repair of radio towers and lighting systems on an annual contract for the Department of Information Technology Services, with bids due September 11, 2026 at 2:50 p.m. local time in Lawrenceville, Georgia.

The scope covers ten tower sites ranging from 200 to 800 feet in height, including specialized 600-foot and 800-foot guyed towers with dual and synchronized lighting systems. Services include routine maintenance, condition assessments, repairs, lighting system upgrades, FAA NOTAM management, electrical grounding and surge protection, and LED fixture replacements compliant with FAA L-810(F)/L-864(F) infrared specifications. All work must comply with FCC Rules Part 17, FAA Advisory Circulars AC 70/7460-1M and 1L, TIA-222-H standards, applicable OSHA regulations, and local building codes. The successful service provider must serve as prime contractor with full responsibility for work and any subcontractors.

Personnel must hold current Comtrain or equivalent Authorized Climber/Rescuer certifications, First Aid and CPR certifications, and a minimum of five years of experience. The bidder must provide three professional references from similar projects completed within the last five years, maintain insurance with an A.M. Best rating of A-10 or higher, hold a valid business license, and provide proof of E-Verify enrollment compliance.

Pricing covers hourly rates for repairs during normal business hours (120 estimated annual hours), after-business-hours repairs (40 estimated annual hours), and maintenance services (80 estimated annual hours), plus a percentage markup for supplies and equipment not to exceed 15 percent. Quoted prices must remain firm for the initial contract term, with any renewal option increases or decreases clearly identified. The contract term is four years with up to four additional 12-month renewal options, beginning November 2, 2026. Bidders must supply a five-year warranty on all materials and workmanship. Payment processing occurs within thirty days of receipt of County-approved payment requests, with provisions for interest accrual if payment is delayed beyond sixty days.