HSIP - Intersection & Crosswalks 2025

The Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) is seeking bids for the Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) - Intersection & Crosswalks 2025 Construction Project, focusing on infrastructure improvements across multiple locations in Newport County and surrounding areas. The procurement covers safety enhancements at four specific intersections in Tiverton, North Kingstown, and Scituate, involving comprehensive traffic signal replacements, crosswalk improvements, and ADA-compliant sidewalk installations. Key project deliverables include removing and disposing of existing traffic signal equipment, installing new traffic signals with complete controller systems, foundations, pedestals, mast arm assemblies, and related infrastructure components. The solicitation (TCB25005286) is open to vendors from July 30, 2025, to August 22, 2025, with a vendor Q&A period running from July 30, 2025, to August 13, 2025. Bidders must submit a 5% bid bond and be prepared to provide a 100% performance bond, and the project requires compliance with all federal and state regulations, including prevailing wage requirements.

The contract has a specific Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) goal of 8%, mandating that contractors ensure at least 8% of the contract value is allocated to DBE contractors, subcontractors, or suppliers. The project is predominantly federally funded, with 90% of costs covered by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and the remaining 10% from state funds. While no incumbent vendors are explicitly mentioned, the project involves over 50 different construction and infrastructure activities, suggesting a substantial and complex undertaking. Contractors must comply with various non-discrimination provisions and adhere to Davis-Bacon Act wage requirements. Although a precise budget range is not specified in the documentation, the comprehensive nature of the project—involving multiple intersections, signal replacements, sidewalk construction, and associated infrastructure work—indicates a significant investment in regional transportation safety improvements.