Theater Lighting Renovation

The Pinellas County School Board is soliciting bids for a comprehensive Theater Lighting Renovation project at two high schools: Clearwater High School and Hollins High School. The procurement, identified as Invitation to Bid (ITB) #25-CR-034, requires a Florida licensed "EC" or "ES" Electrical Contractor to disconnect and remove existing theatrical lighting system components and install new theatrical lighting, video projection, and audio systems. Specific deliverables include removing existing fixtures, wiring, dimming racks, and control equipment, then installing and programming new systems according to plans by MPS Engineering Inc. The project must comply with State Requirements for Educational Facilities (SREF) and the Florida Building Code. A mandatory pre-bid conference was held on January 23, 2025, with bids due electronically by 3:00 pm on February 10, 2025. Bidders must provide evidence of five years of business experience and submit detailed documentation including business and key personnel resumes.

The procurement does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Potential bidders must verify employment status through E-Verify and comply with various state and federal requirements. The contract is structured as an ALL or NONE bid by location, with each site valued at approximately $560,000. The contract period runs from the Notice to Proceed to July 31, 2025, with an option to extend to July 30, 2026. Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting specifications for each location. The project involves installing sophisticated equipment including ETC Ion XE-2K control consoles, Color Source Spot and Wash fixtures, moving lights, and comprehensive networking and control systems. Contractors must provide a two-year non-prorated warranty and complete manufacturer-certified training sessions for the installed systems.