Opportunity
Southington Town Planet bids #RFP-26-010
Southington Seeks Turnkey PA and Audio System for Apple Harvest Festival
Posted
June 23, 2026
Respond By
July 07, 2026
Identifier
RFP-26-010
NAICS
541330, 238210
This opportunity involves the Town of Southington Engineering Department seeking proposals for a comprehensive Public Announcement (PA) and audio system for the annual Apple Harvest Festival. - Government Buyer: - Town of Southington, Engineering Department, Office of the Town Engineer - OEMs Mentioned: - Shure (for the SM58S vocal microphone) - SKB (for the 4U rack case) - Products/Services Requested: - Two system design options: (1) high-quality audio system, (2) cost-effective alternative - 10 total 90x90 two-way horn-loaded full-range loudspeakers (4 for Green Area, 6 for Carnival/Vendor Lots), each with 200-watt 70-volt autoformer - 4-channel 700-watt amplifier (compatible with 4-Ohm, 8-Ohm, 70V, 100V) - Four-zone audio mixer (with two XLR mic inputs, balanced XLR zone outputs) - SKB 4U rack case - Rack-mount 15-amp power conditioner - Rack security cover - Shure SM58S vocal microphone with On/Off switch, Atlas desk stand, and 6ft XLR cable - 1,000 feet of 16/2 audio cable with messenger - 15 galvanized eye bolts and 15 wire wedge clamp connectors for rigging and cabling - Turnkey installation, configuration, tuning, and testing prior to the festival - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Vendors must propose both a premium and a cost-effective system option - Proposals must include itemized pricing, equipment datasheets, project timelines, and vendor qualifications - Turnkey installation and system testing required before the festival - System must support clear communication, public safety, and entertainment needs across multiple festival areas
Description
The Town of Southington is seeking formal proposals from qualified audio engineering and installation vendors to provide a comprehensive Public Announcement (PA) and audio system for the annual Apple Harvest Festival. The system must ensure clear communication, public safety announcements, and entertainment broadcasting across key festival areas including the Green Area and Carnival/Vendor Lots. Vendors must submit pricing and technical specifications for two design options: a high-quality audio system and a cost-effective audio system. Proposals must include detailed cost breakdowns, equipment datasheets, project timelines, and vendor qualifications.