LED Red/White Obstruction Lighting System for Communication Towers

The State of Nebraska, through the Department of Administrative Services Materiel Division State Purchasing Bureau, is issuing Invitation to Bid (ITB) #123282 OR for a comprehensive LED red/white obstruction lighting system for communication towers across six locations in the state. The procurement seeks a qualified vendor to replace existing obstruction lighting systems with FAA-compliant Dual High-Intensity LED Obstruction Lighting systems at tower sites in Holdrege, Sutherland, Chadron, Beatrice, Max, and Culbertson. Tower heights range from 85.0 to 308.4 meters, and the project requires complete installation, system testing, and operational training for Nebraska Educational Telecommunications Commission (NETC) personnel. All installations must be performed by certified technicians and comply with FAA Advisory Circular 70/7460-1L standards, with a project completion deadline of July 1, 2026. The bid response is due on October 10, 2025, at 2:00 PM Central Time, and evaluation criteria will include price, quality, vendor qualifications, and delivery time. Bidders must submit a comprehensive cost proposal using the provided Excel spreadsheet, detailing materials and labor costs for beacon, power supply, photocell, controller, and rack equipment installations at each transmission location.

The solicitation includes specific provisions favoring Nebraska-based vendors, with preferences for resident disabled veterans and businesses located in designated enterprise zones. Vendors must maintain comprehensive insurance coverage, including commercial general liability, workers' compensation, and professional liability. The contract is structured as a one-time purchase with no explicit renewal options, and payment will be processed in accordance with the State of Nebraska Prompt Payment Act. While no specific incumbent vendor is mentioned, the project funding is subject to legislative appropriation, with the State reserving the right to reject any or all bids. The contract includes provisions for potential termination if funding becomes unavailable. Although a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the detailed cost sheet suggests the project involves significant infrastructure investment across multiple communication tower sites. Interested vendors must demonstrate technical expertise in LED obstruction lighting systems, FAA compliance, and the ability to complete complex telecommunications infrastructure installations within the specified timeframe.