LED lighting retrofit & new fixtures project

The Minnesota Veterans Home - Luverne in Rock County is seeking a Minnesota-licensed electrician to complete a comprehensive LED lighting retrofit and installation project. The procurement involves providing and installing 269 new RAB model T34FA-2x4 LED light fixtures, along with electrical wiring and removal of existing fluorescent fixtures on the main floor. Additionally, the project requires retrofitting electrical wiring for 63 existing 2x4 fixtures, 51 existing 4' strip light fixtures, and 250 4' accent strip light fixtures to accommodate LED lamps, which will be provided by the State. The contractor will be responsible for proper disposal of all used lamps and light fixtures. The Request for Bid (RFB) requires submission through the SWIFT Supplier Portal by 10:00 AM Central Time on April 3, 2024, with a mandatory pre-bid site visit required prior to bid submission. The project is scheduled to run from April 15, 2024 to December 31, 2024, with a required completion date of June 28, 2024.

The State of Minnesota has established specific procurement preferences to encourage diversity and inclusion, with opportunities for businesses owned by minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with physical disabilities. Certified small businesses that are majority-owned and operated by veterans may receive a preference of up to 12% on the procurement. The estimated contract value ranges from $40,000 to $50,000, though this is not a guaranteed minimum or maximum amount. Bidders must submit a dated Manufacturer's Price List or Dealers Price List with their response, along with delivery time frames and contact information. The contract includes provisions for potential one-year extension and requires compliance with prevailing wage rates as specified by the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry. Contractors must also certify compliance with non-collusion requirements and disclose any potential organizational conflicts of interest, with the State reserving the right to cancel the contract if such conflicts are discovered after award.