Saint Francis Barracks Lighting Project

The Florida Department of Military Affairs (DMA) is seeking an electrical contractor to execute the Saint Francis Barracks Lighting Project located at 82 Marine Street in Saint Augustine, Florida. The project involves installing a comprehensive LED lighting system in three specific areas: the Cedar Room, Command Center, and Conference Room, with respective installation deadlines of June 1 and July 31, 2025. Contractors must be registered in MyFloridaMarketPlace, possess at least three years of experience as a registered electrical contractor, and have a licensed master electrician to oversee installation. A mandatory on-site inspection is scheduled for April 11, 2025, at 10:00 AM EST, with bid submissions due on April 24, 2025, at 2:00 PM. The project requires complete removal of existing lighting fixtures, electrical infrastructure reworking, installation of new LED fixtures with a Combi Wireless Control system, and implementation of a Circadian Lighting Control System for Command Offices. Evaluation criteria will focus on total materials and installation costs, with bidders required to submit three professional references and a drug-free workplace certification.

The procurement opportunity does not specify explicit set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must demonstrate substantial insurance coverage, including combined bodily injury limits of $100,000 per person and $300,000 per occurrence, and property damage insurance of at least $100,000 per occurrence. Contractors must comply with electrical codes, OSHA regulations, and state guidelines while maintaining strict adherence to security protocols at the Saint Francis Barracks facility. The project emphasizes workplace safety and proper waste disposal procedures. While specific budget ranges are not detailed in the documentation, the award is contingent on funding availability, with an anticipated award posting on April 25, 2025. The project represents a focused technological upgrade to the National Guard Headquarters' lighting infrastructure, requiring precise technical expertise and careful execution of specialized LED lighting and control systems.