The City of Albany, Georgia is seeking bids for Conduit Wire Installation (Bid Reference ****) to replace the existing street light wiring system. This project involves installing new underground conduit, pulling wire, and completing necessary terminations. Bids will be received until June 4, 2026, at 2:30 PM. A mandatory prebid conference and site visit will be held on May 13, 2026. The contract will be awarded on a lump sum basis to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. A 5% bid bond is required. Payment terms are net 30. The contractor is responsible for all labor, equipment, and materials for installation, while the City will furnish power conduit, wire, and termination materials. The contractor must comply with all applicable laws and codes, and maintain required insurance. Liquidated damages of $100 per calendar day will be assessed for delays. The contractor's warranty period is one year from the date of written acceptance.
The bid notice states that all materials, supplies or equipment quoted herein must be delivered within thirty (30) days from the date of notification of award or by exception noted on the bid sheet.
The bid notice states that payment terms are net 30 unless otherwise specified. Favorable term discounts may be offered and will be considered in determining low bids if they are deemed advantageous to the City.
The bid notice states that the contractor shall guarantee all specified work performed for a period of one (1) year from the date of written acceptance of the work by the owner's designated representative, ensuring all materials, labor, and workmanship provided under this contract are free from defects of any kind.
The bid notice states that the project will be awarded to the responsive and responsible bidder submitting the lowest total base bid.
The bid notice states that bidders must be recognized and authorized dealers in the materials or equipment specified and be qualified to instruct in their application or use. A bidder, at any time requested, must satisfy the procurement office and city commission that they have the requisite organization, capital, plant, stock, ability, and experience to satisfactorily execute the contract.
The bid notice states that liquidated damages will be assessed at a rate of one hundred dollars ($100) per calendar day should the contractor fail to complete the work within the time stipulated in the contract or within such extra time that may be allowed.
The bid notice states that a prebid conference and site visit will be held on May 13, 2026, at 10:00 a. m. at 222 Pine Avenue, Suite 260, Albany, Georgia ****.
The bid notice states that when requested, samples will be furnished free of expense, properly marked for identification and accompanied by a list where there is more than one sample.
The bid notice states that any complaint from bidders relative to the invitation to bid or any attached specifications should be made prior to the time of opening of bids, otherwise such complaint cannot be properly considered.