Opportunity
University of Iowa Ionwave #18607
University of Iowa Lighting Control System Upgrade to Lutron Athena
Posted
May 13, 2026
Respond By
May 28, 2026
Identifier
18607
NAICS
423610, 238210
The University of Iowa is seeking a qualified distributor to upgrade the Campus Recreation and Wellness Center's lighting control system from Lutron GRAFIK 7000 to the Lutron Athena platform. - Government Buyer: - University of Iowa, Purchasing Department - OEM Highlight: - Lutron Electronics is the specified Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) for all major system components - Vendors: - Distributors authorized to supply and install Lutron products - Products and Quantities Requested: - QP5-4L-POE Athena processor panel (1 unit) - UA-CS-LX legacy interface device (13 units) - EX-SWCIR reprogramming of existing switching circuits (328 circuits) - LUT-ELI-3PH Emergency Lighting Interface (1 unit) - PP-DV power pack (1 unit) - QSE-IO QS interface device (1 unit) - QSWS2-2BN-WH-G QS wallstation (28 units) - Services Requested: - Lutron Field Engineer pre-construction site visits - Startup and installation services for the lighting control system upgrade - Notable Requirements: - All equipment must be Lutron Athena-compatible and supplied by an authorized distributor - Installation and commissioning must be performed by Lutron Field Engineers - Adherence to University travel and reimbursement policies for on-site work - One-year contract term with up to four one-year extension options - Place of Performance: - University of Iowa, Campus Recreation and Wellness Center, Iowa City, IA
Description
The University of Iowa is soliciting proposals from qualified suppliers to upgrade the existing Lutron GRAFIK 7000 lighting control system to the Lutron Athena lighting control system at the Campus Recreation and Wellness Center. This is an extensive bid requiring suppliers to allow ample time for submission via the eBid system before the deadline. Suppliers must provide audited financial statements and detailed quotes with specifications as part of their response. The solicitation includes standard terms and conditions and a professional services agreement with a travel addendum.