FP on-call traffic signal

The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) has issued a fixed-price solicitation (Solicitation Number 5400028143) for on-call traffic signal services across the state, with a specific focus on Richland County. The procurement seeks multiple contractors to provide installation, repair, modification, maintenance, and replacement of traffic signals through a three-year work order-based contract running from June 16, 2025 to June 15, 2028. Contractors must provide a four-person crew with specialized equipment, including a bucket truck, line truck, and foreman's vehicle, capable of completing individual work orders within 30 calendar days. Key deliverables include emergency services, traffic signal maintenance, and comprehensive traffic control management that ensures compliance with federal and state regulations. The pre-bid conference is scheduled for April 15, 2025 at 9:00 AM, with offers due by May 6, 2025 at 2:30 PM. Bidders are required to submit offers online and provide an electronic copy of their pricing worksheet, with contractor selection based on responsiveness, responsibility, and the ability to submit pricing at or below established fixed prices.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the provided documentation, contractors will be evaluated on their ability to meet technical specifications and provide comprehensive traffic signal services. The contract appears to be open to qualified traffic signal and infrastructure maintenance firms with demonstrated capabilities in urban and rural settings. Potential bidders must possess specialized equipment, technical expertise, and the capacity to rapidly respond to work orders across Richland County and potentially statewide. The procurement suggests a potentially significant contract value, given the three-year duration and the comprehensive nature of required services. Although exact budget ranges are not specified in the available documents, the solicitation indicates a comprehensive, multi-year commitment to traffic signal infrastructure maintenance and improvement. Interested contractors should carefully review the solicitation document and prepare detailed responses that demonstrate their technical competence, equipment readiness, and ability to meet the stringent operational requirements outlined in the procurement materials.