RING Replace Lightning Protection System Bldg. 592/593 Quonset

The Rhode Island Air National Guard is seeking a qualified vendor to upgrade the lightning protection systems for Buildings 592 and 593 at the 143rd Airlift Wing in North Kingstown, RI, in accordance with Chapter 8 of NFPA 780 standards. The project involves bringing these buildings up to code, ensuring they meet the required safety and lightning protection specifications. The solicitation, identified as RFQ24004260, was posted on May 13, 2024, with a deadline for responses set for June 14, 2024. The contract is estimated to be valued between $50,000 and $150,000, and the procurement is managed by the Rhode Island Purchasing Office. Pre-bid meetings are scheduled for May 29 at 9:30 AM at the Quonset Point Air National Guard Base, where interested vendors are required to meet at the front gate, provide vehicle documentation, and wait for all participants before proceeding to the site. The project emphasizes compliance with safety standards and requires vendors to demonstrate capability to perform lightning protection system upgrades that meet federal and state requirements. The primary contact for this solicitation is Katherine Missell, available via email or phone for further inquiries. More details and bidding opportunities can be accessed through the Rhode Island procurement portal.