On-call lighting & energy efficiency upgrade services

The Town of Manchester in Hartford County, Connecticut, is seeking on-call contractors for Lighting & Energy Efficiency Upgrade Services through Invitation to Bid #22/23-90. The procurement aims to establish a list of qualified contractors to perform comprehensive energy efficiency improvements, including lighting upgrades, electrical work, insulation, building envelope services, plumbing, and mechanical services. Key objectives include conservation of electrical, heating/cooling, and water consumption, enhancing public safety, and improving workspace productivity. Contractors must comply with federal, state, and local laws, building codes, OSHA regulations, and zoning requirements. The contract will run from the award date through September 30, 2025, with potential annual extensions up to four additional years. Electronic proposals must be submitted through the Town of Manchester's OpenGov Portal by July 6, 2023, at 2:00 pm, with questions accepted until June 29, 2023. Evaluation will be based on service capabilities, staff qualifications, and experience with similar projects.

The procurement does not specify specific set-aside designations, but bidders must complete a Living Wage Certification Form indicating compliance with the Manchester Living Wage Ordinance. Potential bidders may be exempt if they are a nonprofit, employ fewer than 25 eligible employees, or have an annual contract value less than $25,000. The pricing structure includes detailed hourly rates for various professional and trade personnel categories, with differentiated rates for regular and overtime work. Materials are subject to a markup not exceeding 25%, and equipment rental rates are specified. While no specific budget range is provided, the Town intends to select multiple contractors to ensure a comprehensive range of capabilities for addressing diverse project types. The ultimate goal is to maximize energy efficiency and reduce operational costs for municipal facilities, with project pricing to be determined on a site-by-site or per-project basis using the submitted labor rates and material markup.