Window Tint Film

Deming Public Schools in Luna County, New Mexico, has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB-23-04) for window security tint film installation across six school campuses, including Columbus Elementary, Bataan Elementary, Ruben S. Torres Elementary, Red Mountain Middle School, and Memorial Elementary. The procurement seeks a qualified vendor to provide and install 8-mil or 14-mil safety film from approved manufacturers like 3M Window Film and Solar Gard, covering approximately 5,925 square feet of windows and 9,115 linear feet of anchoring. The project requires a comprehensive 16-year warranty on film and a 10-year glass warranty, with specific technical requirements addressing blast hazard mitigation, impact resistance, and forced entry resistance. Vendors must submit detailed documentation demonstrating manufacturer qualifications, adhesive type, installer experience, and professional certification. The bid was issued on October 18, 2022, with proposals due by November 8, 2022, at 3:00 PM MST, and installation expected to occur during normal school hours (Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm), with potential for extended hours upon district approval.

The procurement includes preference provisions for in-state and resident veteran businesses, offering an 8% preference for in-state businesses and a 10% preference for resident veteran businesses. The selected vendor will be responsible for providing all necessary equipment, removing existing tint and blinds, and coordinating with the district for potential furniture or hardware relocation during installation. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed in the documentation, the comprehensive scope of work suggests a significant investment in school security infrastructure. The bid does not appear to have restrictions limiting participation to specific enterprise types beyond the resident business preferences. Vendors will need to demonstrate substantial technical capabilities, including proof of manufacturer certifications, installation expertise, and the ability to meet stringent safety and performance requirements for window film application in an educational environment.