Lighting and Electrical Supplies

The City of Sunrise in Florida is soliciting bids for a comprehensive lighting and electrical supplies contract (Bid No. 25-74-08-VH) to serve all city departments. The procurement seeks vendors to provide electrical and lighting products across 24 distinct product groups, including ballasts, LED products, circuit breakers, wire, control equipment, solar power components, and specialized electrical parts. Vendors must submit bids electronically through Demandstar, providing catalog information, manufacturer authorizations, and percentage discounts for each product group. The bid allows for multiple vendor awards, with vendors required to offer percentage-off discounts from published catalogs and supply those catalogs to city departments. The bid opening is scheduled for Friday, September 26, 2025, at 2:00 p.m., with an initial contract period of two years and potential for two additional one-year renewals. Evaluation criteria will focus on lowest evaluated cost, product availability, and vendor responsiveness. Vendors must maintain catalog prices for one year and comply with delivery specifications of FOB Destination with no minimum order requirements.

The procurement does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Vendors must meet several legal and compliance requirements, including E-Verify employment eligibility verification, drug-free workplace certification, and adherence to non-discrimination policies. While specific budget ranges are not detailed, the contract's broad scope suggests significant potential for electrical supply purchases across city departments. The solicitation allows for flexible vendor selection, potentially enabling multiple vendors to be awarded based on their product offerings and discount structures. Vendors must provide comprehensive catalog information, either through physical catalogs or website links, and demonstrate the ability to consistently supply a wide range of electrical and lighting products. The City of Sunrise reserves the right to place orders with responsive and responsible bidders, indicating a strategic approach to managing electrical and lighting supply needs through this competitive bidding process.