ENG 25-06 Health District Lighting

The City of Jackson, Michigan, is seeking a qualified contractor for the ENG 25-06 Health District Lighting project, a comprehensive street lighting infrastructure improvement initiative. The procurement covers the installation of 21 decorative street lights and associated infrastructure on Homewild Avenue, Perrine Street, and Van Dorn Street, including concrete light pole bases, conduits, conductors, handholes, and control cabinets. Bidders must be prequalified for Category P (Electrical - Building) and complete the project by July 13, 2026. The Request for Proposal (RFP) was released on October 10, 2025, with responses due by November 13, 2025, at 10:00 am. Evaluation criteria include price (25 points), corporate accountability (25 points), workplace safety (25 points), workforce development (15 points), and social equity (10 points). Key deliverables include furnishing and installing decorative lights, concrete light pole bases, hand holes, conduit, and electrical conductors, with specific technical specifications outlined in the project documents.

The contract opportunity emphasizes equal employment opportunity and includes provisions for minority and women's business enterprises participation. Contractors must comply with federal regulations, including HUD requirements, Davis-Bacon Act, and Equal Opportunity Employment standards. The project encourages participation of small and minority businesses, women's business enterprises, and labor surplus area firms. While no specific set-aside designations are explicitly stated, the bidding process prioritizes local workforce utilization, worker certifications, safety training, and non-discrimination practices. Prevailing wage rates are determined by the U.S. Department of Labor, with hourly rates ranging from $18.29 to $56.05. The project requires various bonds, including a Labor and Material Payment Bond, Maintenance and Guarantee Bond, and Performance Bond, to ensure contractor compliance and project quality. Although a specific budget range is not provided, the detailed technical specifications and extensive infrastructure improvements suggest a significant investment in municipal infrastructure modernization.