Inspection, Testing, Repairs, Purchase of Emergency Lighting Systems & Exiting

The State of Connecticut Department of Administrative Services (DAS) is seeking qualified contractors for Invitation to Bid (ITB) number 24PSX0244, which covers comprehensive inspection, testing, repairs, and purchase of emergency lighting systems and exiting services. The procurement encompasses a wide range of services including inspection, testing, and repairs of emergency/egress lighting, exit signage, and emergency ballasts in fluorescent and LED lighting fixtures, with specific focus on AC central inverter systems and DC central systems. Contractors must provide equipment and parts necessary to ensure compliance with emergency lighting standards, with all equipment required to meet or exceed federal Energy Star standards. The solicitation will award the contract to the lowest responsible qualified respondent, evaluated based on quality, conformance with specifications, delivery terms, price, administrative costs, past performance, and financial responsibility. Key procurement dates include a bid opening on January 17, 2025, at 9:00 AM EST, with responses due by February 7, 2025, at 2:00 PM EST; vendor questions must be submitted by January 23, 2025, at 12:00 noon EST, with answers posted as an addendum around January 28, 2025.

The contract includes a mandatory extension to political subdivisions of the state, towns, municipalities, schools, and not-for-profit organizations, effectively broadening its potential utilization across Connecticut. Contractors must comply with standard wage requirements under Connecticut General Statutes 31-57f and provide references from two separate organizations, preferably non-state agencies. While no specific set-aside designations or disadvantaged enterprise requirements are explicitly mentioned, vendors must complete various certifications regarding debarment, criminal convictions, OSHA violations, and campaign contributions. The procurement replaces the previous contract 17PSX0116, suggesting a continuation of existing emergency lighting services. Pricing must be FOB destination, with all transportation and delivery charges prepaid by the contractor, and the State of Connecticut is exempt from federal and state taxes. Although no specific contract value or budget range is provided in the documentation, the comprehensive nature of the services suggests a significant potential contract opportunity for qualified vendors in the emergency lighting systems market.