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This is a specification document for Pinellas County, Florida's Invitation to Bid #24-0161-ITB for Uninterruptible Power Source (UPS) Batteries, Traffic & Solar Flashers. The procurement seeks to replace non-functioning batteries in Myer UPS traffic controller cabinets, ITS cabinets, and Carmanah flashing solar-powered speed check signs. Three specific battery types are required: Alphacell 100XTV (100 units), Odyssey ODX-AGM31 (480 units), and Bright Way BW 12550 DC (120 units). Proposals are due March 28, 2024, at 3:00 pm, with vendor questions accepted until March 21, 2024. The contract term is 12 months with potential for four additional 12-month renewal options. Deliveries will be accepted Monday through Thursday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm at 22211 U.S. Highway 19 North, Building 1, Clearwater, Florida.

Vendors must provide transportation and delivery with no additional fees, and batteries must be date-stamped upon installation with unconditional free replacement for battery failures. Batteries must meet specific technical requirements including operating temperature ranges from -40 to 60 degrees Celsius, AGM technology, and manufacturer warranties ranging from 4-5 years depending on the battery type. The contract allows for multiple contractor awards to fulfill material and delivery demands. The total expenditure cap for this procurement is $1,825,000.00. No specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are mentioned in the solicitation documentation.