Replace Wooden Streetlight Poles

The City of Novato, located in Marin County, California, is seeking qualified contractors to replace wooden streetlight poles through a competitive bidding process for Capital Improvement Project (CIP) No. 23-003. The project involves the comprehensive removal and replacement of 60 existing wooden streetlight poles and fixtures, including complete electrical and site work. Contractors must possess either a Class A (General Engineering) or C-10 (Electrical Contractor) license, with the C-10 license being most appropriate for the majority of work. The project requires installation of new single head streetlight poles, removal and disposal of existing wooden poles and luminaires, and delivery of one spare pole to the corporation yard at 550 Davidson Street. Bid submissions are due by 2:00 p.m. on January 6, 2025, with a project completion timeline of 40 working days. The bid documents indicate a comprehensive technical approach, including specific requirements for pole foundations, electrical connections, and site restoration, with contractors expected to follow detailed specifications for installation, wiring, and minimal lighting downtime.

The procurement does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors will be required to carry $5 million per occurrence in General Liability insurance, a non-negotiable requirement. The engineer's estimated project cost is $500,000, with the bid schedule structured to allow unit pricing for individual components including pole installation, spare pole procurement, temporary water pollution control, and temporary traffic control. Bidders must submit comprehensive proposals that demonstrate technical capability to handle electrical infrastructure replacement, with specific attention to matching existing LED fixture specifications and following precise installation guidelines. Additional project requirements include safely disconnecting existing wiring, preparing foundations using quick-set concrete, reinstalling wiring, and ensuring operational streetlights each night with minimal service interruption. The project will involve working around existing PG&E infrastructure and potentially replacing entire sidewalk sections adjacent to new pole bases.