District 5 loop detector sensors

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), Engineering District 5, is soliciting bids for a contract to furnish and install loop detector sensors across six counties: Berks, Carbon, Lehigh, Monroe, Northampton, and Schuylkill. This Invitation for Bid (IFB) seeks a qualified contractor to provide traffic management infrastructure services, specifically focusing on the installation of site traffic loop sensors. The initial contract term is one year, with options for two additional two-year renewals. Contractors must be prepared to respond to service calls within 48 hours, provide necessary personnel and equipment for traffic protection, and perform work at specified intersections as directed by the county manager. Key deliverables include precise loop sensor installation, comprehensive traffic protection measures, and the ability to conduct work during both day and night hours. The bid will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with the Commonwealth potentially awarding by line item if deemed most advantageous. The proposal submission deadline is September 9, 2025, with the contract opportunity originally posted on August 26, 2025.

The contract does not explicitly specify set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, but it does include significant worker protection requirements under Executive Order 2021-06, mandating compliance with Pennsylvania labor and workforce safety laws. Contractors must meet enhanced minimum wage standards of $15.00 per hour and provide comprehensive worker protections. Performance security is required for purchase orders over $25,000, ranging from 50% security for orders between $25,000-$100,000 to a full 100% performance bond for orders exceeding $100,000. While specific budget ranges are not detailed, pricing will be firm for the initial contract term, with potential price increases up to 3% during renewal periods. The Department reserves the right to inspect contractor operations and can extend the contract term up to three months to prevent service gaps. Contractors must obtain necessary permits, maintain appropriate insurance, and adhere to prevailing wage and workplace safety regulations. The comprehensive requirements suggest a robust procurement process designed to ensure high-quality, compliant traffic management infrastructure services.