District 6 streetlight project phase i & II - construction

The Gila River Indian Community is soliciting bids for the District 6 Streetlight Project Phase I & II Construction, an infrastructure improvement initiative focused on streetlight installation and retrofitting along a 2.05-mile corridor on 51st Avenue. The project encompasses the installation of 47 new direct bury street light poles and luminaires, and the modification of 18 existing lights, divided into two distinct phases. Phase I will include 26 new streetlights and 10 existing light upgrades, while Phase II will involve 21 new streetlights and 8 existing light modifications. Bidders must submit comprehensive proposals through the Bonfire electronic procurement platform by Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at 11:00 AM, following a mandatory pre-bid meeting scheduled for Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at 9:00 AM. Contractors are required to provide all materials, coordinate with existing electrical load centers, comply with Maricopa County requirements, and adhere to cultural resource and native plant salvage protocols.

The procurement offers Native American preference, potentially awarding contracts to qualified Indian-owned enterprises even if their bids are marginally higher than the lowest responsive bid. Contractors must furnish a 5% bid bond and performance and payment bonds equal to 100% of the contract price, along with comprehensive insurance coverage including commercial general liability ($1M/$2M), excess liability ($2M), automobile liability ($1M), and workers' compensation. The project includes specific requirements for native plant management, such as coordinating Mesquite Tree removal, transplanting protected plants, and obtaining Native Plant Permits. Payment terms involve monthly compensation based on completed work, with 10% retainage held until substantial completion, and a two-year warranty on materials and workmanship. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the project and the detailed technical specifications suggest a significant infrastructure investment for the Gila River Indian Community.