EOS Apex Lighting Console

The Georgia Institute of Technology, operating through the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia, has initiated an invitation for bid (IFB) for the procurement of an EOS Apex 20 lighting console for the Ferst Center for the Arts. This specific procurement is focused on the complete supply, delivery, and installation of a new lightboard console to support the technical theatrical infrastructure of the university's performance venue. The solicitation was officially posted on April 14, 2025, with bid responses due by April 18, 2025, offering a relatively short window for potential vendors to submit their proposals. Technical support for potential bidders is available through JAGGAER at 1-800-233-1121 (option 3 for Supplier Support), while procurement-specific questions can be directed to Georgia Tech's Procurement and Business Services at 404-894-5000. Vendors interested in participating must carefully review the provided documentation and ensure compliance with all specified requirements for the lighting console procurement.

While specific details about set-aside designations or disadvantaged enterprise requirements are not explicitly outlined in the provided documentation, potential bidders should anticipate standard state procurement guidelines for technology and equipment acquisitions. The procurement appears to be a specialized technology purchase targeting a specific model (Apex 20) for a performing arts center, which suggests potential vendor qualifications might include experience with theatrical lighting systems and professional audio-visual equipment installation. No specific budget range or award value was disclosed in the available documents. The procurement is specifically targeted at acquiring a complete lighting console solution, including supply, delivery, and installation services for the Georgia Institute of Technology. Vendors should be prepared to demonstrate technical competence, provide comprehensive system specifications, and meet the stringent requirements of a higher education performing arts facility.