Security Equipment

The Office of Exposition Park Management is soliciting sealed bids through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for the installation of security equipment and supporting infrastructure at Exposition Park, 700 Exposition Park Drive, Los Angeles, California. The project scope encompasses the installation of five Avigilon H5A 8MP PTZ dome cameras, replacement of three existing light poles, installation of new foundations, trenching approximately 1,060 linear feet for 2-inch PVC conduit, cabling installation, and integration of camera systems with existing network and power infrastructure across five designated areas including Christmas Tree Lane East & West, South Lawn East & West, Expo Lawn East & West, and Blue Structure Level C Storage Room. Bidders must demonstrate a minimum of three consecutive years of similar construction services, maintain a valid California General Contractor license, and provide proof of insurance meeting specified coverage requirements. The evaluation will be made to the lowest responsive responsible bidder, with consideration for small business (SB) and microbusiness (MB) certifications. Critical deadlines include a mandatory in-person walkthrough on May 4, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at Christmas Tree Lane, submission of written questions by May 6, 2026 at 5:00 p.m., sealed bid submission by May 8, 2026 at 5:00 p.m., and bid opening on May 11, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Work shall be performed Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., excluding state holidays, with the contract term running through June 30, 2026 following Department of General Services approval.

Small Business (SB) and Microbusiness (MB) certified firms are eligible for a 5 percent preference calculation if they are not the low bidder, while Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation is encouraged with incentive consideration of 1 to 5 percent based on participation level. Bidders must submit a minimum of three sealed bid copies with all required attachments, including bid certification, detailed cost sheets itemizing labor, materials and applicable sales tax by area, Payee Data Record (STD 204), California Seller's Permit, bidder references, Darfur Contracting Act certification, bidder declaration, and proof of insurance as outlined in Exhibit E. The project budget shall not exceed $450,000, with the contract contingent upon State approval. The selected contractor must be available to commence work on a designated start date to be coordinated by the Contract Manager, with failure to commence resulting in potential contract termination and liability for cost differences. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the solicitation documents.