SLE-Decorative Fixtures and Poles

The City of Boston is requesting bids on decorative fixtures and poles for the Street Lighting and Electrification (SLE) program under Requisitions 478558 and 478559, with sealed bids due October 21, 2026 at 12:00 PM and public opening at One City Hall Square Room 808.

The scope comprises 15 line items totaling approximately 44,500 units, including Boston and Neighborhood Posts (16 ft, 14 ft, and 11 ft heights), aluminum split bases and slipfitters (traditional and 7-pin enabled), pendant boulevard posts (24 ft and 20 ft), acorn-style fixtures (old and new style with polycarbonate lenses), pendant Chicago fixtures (senior and junior models), and Fort Point fixtures. Specified fixtures include the K805 Chicago Senior, K705 Chicago Junior, K118 Washington acorn, and K118 Clear Top and Black Top Acorn variants with smart photocell options. Bidders must submit detailed specifications and cut sheets with proposals or face rejection as non-responsive. Approved equal alternatives to specified part numbers are permitted.

The contract term is two years ending June 30, 2028. Initial delivery is due October 26, 2026 to the PWD Streetlighting Division in Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts (zip code 02130). Quantities shown are estimates only; the contractor must fulfill all orders regardless of stated volumes during the contract period. Bids will be awarded per line to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Pricing must be submitted on a firm bid basis with unit prices in both words and figures; all shipping charges to zip code 02130 must be included in bid price.

Bidders must submit a Wage Theft Prevention Form (CM-16), a Certificate of Authority (CM-06) if applicable, certifications regarding debarment status, CORI policy compliance, excluded/debarred party status, and state tax law compliance. Vendors must comply with the City's Minority and Women Business Enterprise Development policies and provide three or more references for similar work upon request. The City is exempt from federal excise taxes and Massachusetts sales and use tax and will provide exemption certificates following award. Contract award is subject to Mayor approval and availability of appropriations. Questions should be directed to Brian Heger at 617-635-2201 or Brian.Heger@Boston.Gov.