Phase V Street Lighting Project

The Phase V Street Lighting Project solicitation, issued by the City of Orem in Utah under solicitation number 25-006, seeks qualified contractors to perform comprehensive street lighting infrastructure upgrades. The scope of work requires the removal of 123 existing streetlights, connection to 91 power poles using risers, and integration with 16 existing transformers or junction boxes. Contractors must install 127 new junction boxes, 142 new city light poles with fixtures, and bore approximately 20,003 feet of one-inch conduit. All work must adhere to industry-standard construction practices and be completed in a good and workmanlike manner, with inspections conducted at the project site by the owning agency. Deliverables must meet all technical specifications, and materials used must be new unless otherwise permitted. The project is governed by a construction contract format with provisions addressing payments, completion, and termination, though it does not follow federal FAR clause structure. Bids must be submitted electronically via the NGEM platform by the deadline of June 2, 2026, and are evaluated under a best value trade-off model, prioritizing a combination of price, quality, vendor experience, and compliance with project requirements. While no total contract value is specified, bidders are required to submit detailed pricing proposals, organizational conflict of interest statements, and disclosure of ownership information. Contractors must demonstrate financial capability, provide references from governmental entities within the past five to ten years, and comply with stringent insurance requirements including a minimum of $1,000,000 in commercial general liability coverage issued by an A.M. Best “A” rated carrier. All personnel may be subject to background checks, and contractors must ensure proper labeling, packaging, and delivery documentation with F.O.B. destination terms. Proposal submissions are strictly electronic, must be in PDF format, and failure to include required certifications or respond to mandatory disclosures may render the bid non-responsive. The primary point of contact for inquiries is Tiffany Farnsworth of the City of Orem.