Lightning Protection Systems at Fire Stations #5, #9, & #16

Hall County, Georgia is seeking a single qualified contractor to design, supply, and install lightning protection systems at three of its fire stations (Station 5 in Flowery Branch, Station 9 in Gainesville, and Station 16 in Gainesville). The work includes site surveys, engineering design, procurement of lightning arrestors and grounding components, installation, testing, and final certification. Bidders must be licensed, insured, and bonded in Georgia, and must attend a mandatory pre‑bid meeting on Sept 1, 2026. All bids must be submitted in sealed hard‑copy envelopes (two originals and one copy) plus a USB drive with the cost worksheet by Sept 17, 2026 2:00 PM ET. No bonds or liquidated damages are required. The County will evaluate proposals per its official code and award the contract to the most responsive and responsible bidder. • Scope: Lightning protection design, supply, install, test, and certify for three fire stations. • Mandatory pre‑bid meeting (Sept 1) – attendance required to bid. • Bid submission: two hard‑copy originals + one copy + electronic cost worksheet; sealed, time‑stamped. • Qualification: Georgia‑licensed electrical contractor, bonded, insured. • No performance bond or liquidated damages required. • Public bid opening on Sept 17 at Hall County Government Center.