Pre-Solicitation Notice ? W912P425BA022 - BRL High Mast Lighting Upgrade
Contract Opportunity Analysis
The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Buffalo District, is preparing to solicit bids for the BRL High Mast Lighting Upgrade project at the Black Rock Lock in Buffalo, New York. The project aims to rehabilitate seven high mast light poles, which are critical for ensuring safe navigation on the Upper Niagara River, by replacing outdated lighting fixtures and installing new lowering devices. This upgrade is essential for maintaining adequate lighting for both commercial and recreational boat traffic during low-light conditions, as the existing equipment has faced significant operational challenges. The anticipated contract, valued between $250,000 and $500,000, will be set aside for Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB) and is expected to be awarded through a sealed bid process, with the official solicitation anticipated to be posted by the end of July 2025. Interested parties can direct inquiries to Colleen Sullivan at colleen.m.sullivan@usace.army.mil or Jeffrey Ernest at jeffrey.g.ernest@usace.army.mil.