New York Energy Zone Theater and Film Package

The state of New York, specifically through Oneida County, is seeking a comprehensive contract for the New York Energy Zone Theater and Film Package located at the Utica Visitor Center. The procurement involves a complex project requiring design, fabrication, delivery, and installation of a 3D movie theater, along with full development and production of movie film content. Contractors must provide all necessary site supervision, labor, materials, and equipment to complete the installation, with the exception of specific services to be furnished by others as detailed in the contract documents. The solicitation was posted on December 11, 2018, with an initial due date of January 31, 2019 at 4:00 PM. The contract term is specified as 15 months, and the project will be situated at 35 Utica Zoo Way in Utica, NY. Potential bidders should carefully review the complete contract documents to understand the full scope of work and technical requirements for this theater and film production project.

The contract includes specific subcontracting goals for minority-owned (10%), women-owned (15%), and service-disabled veteran-owned (3%) businesses, though there is no specific requirement for disadvantaged business enterprises. No service-disabled veteran-owned business set-aside was indicated for this procurement. The opportunity appears to be open to a wide range of qualified vendors capable of delivering a comprehensive theater and film production solution. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated in the provided documentation, the complexity of the project—involving design, fabrication, installation, and content production—suggests a potentially significant investment. Interested contractors should ensure they can meet the technical specifications, subcontracting goals, and operational requirements outlined in the full contract documents to be considered for this New York state procurement opportunity.