RFB No. 25-0008 Stage Curtains for Columbus Civic Center

The Consolidated Government of Columbus, Georgia is seeking bids for RFB No. 25-0008, which involves procuring twenty-three (23) stage curtains for the Columbus Civic Center arena. The procurement specifically requires fourteen (14) side curtains and nine (9) middle stage curtains that will serve as backdrops, sunlight barriers, and backstage activity blockers during performances. Curtains must meet DD 9919 Nirvana B.O.B. specifications, with an acceptable alternative being 22-23 Oz IFR Valdosta Poly Velour in black, unlined, and sewn at 50% fullness. Bid responses are due by December 20, 2024, at 2:30 PM Eastern, with a virtual bid opening scheduled for 3:00 PM the same day. The contract will be awarded to the lowest, responsive, and responsible vendor, and all freight, shipping, and delivery charges must be included in the unit price without additional fees.

The procurement allows for potential local business preference, with vendors potentially receiving favorable consideration if their costs are within 2% of the low bid for contracts under $50,000 or within 1% for contracts over $50,000. Vendors must submit material samples with their bid response, and the city reserves the right to utilize a comparable Cooperative Contract if it offers a lower cost while meeting requirements. The successful vendor will be required to deliver the curtains directly to the Columbus Civic Center located at 400 4th Street in Columbus, Georgia. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the procurement is limited to the specified curtain quantities and must adhere to the detailed technical specifications. No specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises were mentioned in the available documentation, and no information about incumbent vendors or existing infrastructure was provided in the bid materials.