FDOT Bending Plate Weigh-In-Motion (WIM)-VectorSense Data Collection System (PUR7778)

The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is seeking to acquire International Road Dynamics (IRD) Series Weigh-In-Motion (WIM) and VectorSense Data Collection Systems and Software for a concrete pavement research project on SR 200/US 301 in Clay County, Florida. The purpose is to install a multi-sensor array of bending plates in the northbound direction and additional WIM sensors in the southbound asphalt pavement to compare the performance and data accuracy of these sensor arrays. FDOT has determined that IRD's proprietary systems and software are necessary and unique, and that no other vendor can provide the required goods and services. The contract will be for $228,120.00, and the intended sole-source vendor is IRD, as they are the sole manufacturer and service provider of the required systems and software within North America. There are no set-asides, incumbents, or additional funding sources mentioned, and the contract term and any renewal options are not specified.

This is a single-source procurement, and FDOT has determined that IRD's proprietary systems are necessary and that no other vendor can provide the required goods and services. As such, there are no set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. Additionally, there are no listed incumbent vendors or current contractors, and the provided information does not mention any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The total award value for this contract is $228,120.00.