RRHA-IFB-2026-33 Fay Towers Lighting Installation

The Richmond Redevelopment and Housing Authority is soliciting bids for the installation of security lighting at the Fay Towers Development in Richmond, Virginia. This lump sum contract requires the contractor to provide all labor, materials, insurance, and bonds to install eight commercial-grade, adjustable LED floodlights for the second-floor perimeter and two fixtures for the entrance and awning, with an option for additional units as an additive alternate. Technical specifications require fixtures to be UL listed for wet locations with a minimum IP65 environmental rating and a CRI of 80. The contract term consists of one base year with four one-year option years. Award will be granted to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on unit cost and total sum. Evaluation criteria include financial capacity to obtain payment and performance bonds, relevant experience, legal history regarding construction contracts, and past performance with public bodies. Bidders must comply with the Davis-Bacon Act for prevailing wages, OSHA safety standards, and Buy America preferences. Submissions must be made electronically via eVA by October 22, 2026, at 2:00pm EST, and must include a firm fixed price, a construction schedule, and various certifications including HUD 5369 A and a non-collusive affidavit. Payment is generally issued 30 days after invoice or delivery.