ULM Baseball Field Lighting

The University of Louisiana at Monroe is requesting sealed bids for LED sports lighting installation at Lou St. Amant Field baseball facility under ITB 50006-013, with bids due October 20, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Central Time. Only Louisiana-licensed electrical contractors may bid — a hard eligibility filter.

The scope comprises removal of existing HID fixtures and installation of approximately 106 LED sports lighting luminaires across eight existing poles, including remote driver enclosures, conduit, conductors, wiring harnesses, and control systems designed to meet NCAA regional and broadcast lighting requirements. All work must be completed by February 1, 2027, with liquidated damages assessed at $500 per day for delays beyond that date. The project includes two optional alternates: RGB accent and crowd lighting capabilities (Alternate No. 1) and entertainment features with theatrical light show programming (Alternate No. 2). The contractor must comply with the 2023 National Electrical Code and IECC 2024 standards and provide a manufacturer's warranty covering materials and labor for a minimum of ten years from substantial completion.

Bid security equal to 5% of the base bid plus all alternates is required in the form of a certified check or bid bond. The successful bidder must furnish a performance bond of 50% of the contract price. The contractor is responsible for all damages to existing facilities and must coordinate all power outages with the University with a minimum of 72 hours' advance notice.

Site visits to the facility are recommended and may be scheduled by contacting Michael Davis, Director of Facilities & EHS, at 318.342.5171. The University reserves the right to accept or reject any and all bids. No contract value is published.