City of East Lansing Holiday Decoration Install and Takedown Request for Quote 2026
City of East LansingCity · East Lansing, MI- Due
- Aug 27, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 13, 2026
- Primary contact
- Matt Apostle
- (517) 319-6859
The 30-second brief
The City of East Lansing Downtown Management Board (DMB) is soliciting quotes for the installation and removal of downtown holiday decorations for the 2026-2027 season. The scope includes wrapping 18 feet of garland around 47 historic lampposts, 36 feet of garland around 31 streetlights, and installing red bows on each. Additionally, contractors will wrap 34 strands of lights around 7 trees at Bill Sharp Park and 2 trees in the 500 Block Pedestrian Alleyway. Requirements include the use of a bucket truck or lift reaching 30 feet and adherence to traffic control measures. Installation must be completed by November 18, 2026, with removal scheduled between January 4 and January 8, 2027. Quotes are due via email by August 27, 2026.
Installation of garland, Bows, And lighting; removal of all decorations
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Summary
The City of East Lansing Downtown Management Board (DMB) is soliciting quotes for the installation and removal of downtown holiday decorations for the 2026-2027 season.
The scope includes wrapping 18 feet of garland around 47 historic lampposts, 36 feet of garland around 31 streetlights, and installing red bows on each. Additionally, contractors will wrap 34 strands of lights around 7 trees at Bill Sharp Park and 2 trees in the 500 Block Pedestrian Alleyway. Requirements include the use of a bucket truck or lift reaching 30 feet and adherence to traffic control measures. Installation must be completed by November 18, 2026, with removal scheduled between January 4 and January 8, 2027. Quotes are due via email by August 27, 2026.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Installation of garland
- Bows
- Lighting; removal of all decorations
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Plans-for-Bid
- Project Manual
- Addendum-1
- Pre-bid meeting attendance
- Pre-bid meeting minutes
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- East Lansing, MI
Questions about this QUOTE
How do I respond to this Quote from City of East Lansing?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 27, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Matt Apostle.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Quote?
Most government agencies, including City of East Lansing in MI, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Quote submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Matt Apostle at (517) 319-6859. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Installation of garland, Bows, And lighting; removal of all decorations. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What documents are required to bid on this Quote?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Plans-for-Bid, Project Manual, Addendum-1, Pre-bid meeting attendance, Pre-bid meeting minutes. Review the full document from City of East Lansing for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: East Lansing, MI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.