NSU Repair of Athletic Field and Aviation Lighting Natch. Campus

Northwestern State University (NSU) in Natchitoches, Louisiana has issued a Request for Quotation (RFQ No. RQ25-0006) for comprehensive repair and maintenance of athletic field and aviation lighting systems across multiple campus locations. The procurement seeks qualified electricians to provide labor, tools, and equipment for repairing lighting systems at seven specific campus sites, including Brown-Stroud Field (Baseball), Fisher Tennis Complex, Football Practice Field, Women's Softball Facility, Women's Soccer Complex, Turpin Stadium, and the University Power Plant's 140' Smoke Stack. Required services include fixture removal and installation, ballast replacement, socket replacement, lens replacement, lamp/bulb replacement, and fuse/breaker reset. Vendors must complete an on-site visit/inspection form and submit bids by Tuesday, April 29th, 2025, at 2:00 P.M. (CST). The contract will run from July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026, with options to renew for two additional 12-month periods. Evaluation criteria will focus on selecting the lowest responsible, responsive bidder, with contractors required to provide all necessary personnel, climbing gear, safety equipment, and lifting devices.

The procurement does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors must possess appropriate insurance and comply with Louisiana state regulations, with most work concentrated in the July through September timeframe. The university will supply all required materials, including lamps, sockets, ballasts, fuses, fixtures, and lenses, which will be provided to the selected contractor. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the contract structure suggests a comprehensive maintenance agreement with potential for multiple years of service. Bidders must demonstrate technical competence in electrical repair and maintenance, particularly in athletic and institutional lighting systems. The procurement covers a diverse range of campus lighting infrastructure, indicating a potentially significant annual contract value that would appeal to electrical maintenance and repair contractors with experience in educational facility management.