23-04 RFP - PUBLIC WORKS IMPOUND LOT LIGHTING UPGRADE

The City of Fairbanks issued RFP 23‑04 to replace the existing lighting at the Public Works Impound Lot with high‑efficiency LED floodlights. The scope includes removal of 18 existing fixtures, installation of 28 new LED floodlights (approximately 41,000 lumens each) on bull‑horn brackets, use of existing circuits, and site cleanup. The solicitation required a mandatory pre‑bid conference on August 15, 2023, a sealed‑proposal deadline of August 29, 2023, and the contract is to be awarded on a firm‑fixed‑price basis to a single vendor. B&B Electric was identified as the lowest responsive bidder and was recommended for award. The City requires standard construction insurance, a bid guarantee, and may apply a local‑bid preference. No budget ceiling was disclosed, but the winning bid was approximately $69 k. • Replace 18 existing lights and arms, install 28 new LED floodlights. • Mandatory on‑site meeting on 15 Aug 2023; sealed proposals due 29 Aug 2023. • Awarded to B&B Electric (single‑award, firm‑fixed‑price, full open competition).