Supply & Install Theatre Lighting Upgrades at David Bouchard PS

The Durham District School Board is soliciting proposals under RFP26-16 for the supply and installation of theatre lighting upgrades and new audio equipment at David Bouchard Public School in Oshawa, Ontario. The scope of work involves retrofitting the existing theatre lighting with a modern colour mixing LED system, specifically requiring six black front-of-house LED spotlights, six stage RGBW LED wash lights, and a control console with at least eight presets. Additionally, the contractor must install new hanging choir microphones and all necessary audio runs to connect to existing inputs. All electrical components must be new and approved by CSA, ULC, and/or the Ontario Electrical Safety Authority, with preferred lighting manufacturers including ETC, Chauvet, or ChamSys Quick Q 10, and preferred audio brands being Audix or Shure. Proposals will be evaluated based on perceived value for money, accounting for 80 points, and references from school boards or large organizations, accounting for 20 points. Award criteria include the thoroughness of the technical response, staff training proposals, warranty, and lead times. The successful vendor must provide a 50 percent performance bond and a 50 percent labour and material payment bond, or equivalent irrevocable letters of credit. Compliance requirements include maintaining valid WSIB clearance certificates every 90 days, adhering to the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and providing police record checks for personnel. Payments will be made via electronic transfer or cheque in accordance with the Construction Act and the board's prompt payment procedures.