District 5-0 Loop Detector Sensor

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), specifically Engineering District 5-0, is seeking a contractor to furnish and install loop detector sensors across six counties: Berks, Carbon, Lehigh, Monroe, Northampton, and Schuylkill. The Invitation for Bid (IFB) requires electronic submission by November 13, 2025, at 10:00 AM, with a bid opening at 11:00 AM in Allentown, PA. The contract scope involves procuring a single vendor to provide site traffic loop sensor installation, maintenance, and traffic protection services, with the ability to handle multiple work areas simultaneously. Contractors must be prepared to respond within 48 hours of request and perform work according to specified line item pricing for various work categories. The initial contract period is one year, with potential two-year renewals allowing a 3% line item increase per renewal. Evaluation criteria appear to include workforce utilization, compliance with worker protection regulations, and the ability to meet technical specifications for loop detector sensor installation.

Bidders must comply with several Pennsylvania-specific procurement regulations, including the Reciprocal Limitations Act and Worker Protection requirements. The contract includes strict provisions for domestic workforce utilization, requiring contractors to certify the percentage of direct labor performed within the United States or World Trade Organization Government Procurement Agreement countries. Bidders must complete multiple certification forms, including the Worker Protection and Investment Certification Form and the Domestic Workforce Utilization Certification form. Non-compliance or false certifications can result in contract termination and potential three-year debarment from Commonwealth contracts. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the contract allows for invoice-based payments with detailed documentation of work items, unit costs, hours, and total charges. Contractors must provide evidence of insurance and be prepared for potential Department inspections. The procurement allows for potential contract term extensions up to three months to prevent service interruptions.