Design Services- Laker Hall Stadium Turf and Lighting

SUNY Oswego is requesting qualifications for design services on the replacement of synthetic turf and lighting systems at Laker Stadium, with responses due March 25, 2026 under RFQ 100301. MWBE participation goals of 30 percent overall (15 percent MBE / 15 percent WBE) and a 6 percent Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business goal apply.

The scope encompasses full turf replacement, substrate and drainage system evaluation, LED lighting replacement, water service extension, perimeter fencing installation, and associated civil and electrical upgrades including Building Management System integration at the 255-by-390-foot field. The project is design-only; no cost proposal is required with qualifications. SUNY anticipates selecting a short list of five firms based on consultant qualifications, experience with similar projects, approach and capability, schedule availability, MWBE participation, and references. Design fees will be negotiated following consultant selection.

The estimated construction budget is $2 million. The lump-sum agreement will incorporate SUNY's standard consultant contract terms and comply with New York State equal employment opportunity, prevailing wage, sexual harassment prevention, and gender-based violence workplace requirements. The selected consultant must provide Certificates of Insurance with limits no less than $2 million per claim and complete Vendor Responsibility documentation before contract award.

Contract award is anticipated August 2026, with construction scheduled for Summer 2027. A facility tour and review of existing drawings can be arranged by contacting Richard Merritt, Purchase Associate, at 315-312-2208 or via email through the Purchasing Department at 402 Culkin Hall, Oswego, NY 13126.