Metal Sign Posts

Pierce County Procurement and Contract Services in Washington is soliciting bids under ITB 2026-ITB-181 for Telespar or approved-equal metal signposts and related materials, with written questions due November 13, 2026 and bids due by 1:00 PM on November 20, 2026.

The solicitation covers 13 line items: perforated and non-perforated square tubing posts from 2" x 2" to 3" x 3" in various gauges and lengths, cast aluminum sign caps and crosspieces, galvanized steel rivets, post bases, brackets, and roll-up sign stands. Estimated annual quantities total approximately 3,145 units. Materials must meet ASTM A653/A653M Grade-90 hot-dipped galvanized coating requirements, along with specified tolerances, perforations, and yield and tensile properties, and the manufacturer must certify quality assurance.

Delivery is required FOB to the Sewer and Traffic Operations Facility at 9200 - 122nd Street East, Puyallup, WA 98373, with freight included in bid prices. The initial contract estimate is $500,000 per year, and the County reserves the right to add funding throughout the term. The initial term is one year, with automatic year-to-year renewals for a maximum of five years. The County will award to the lowest responsive bid from a responsible bidder. Prices are firm for the first 12 months; thereafter, adjustments are subject to vendor cost justification and County approval 30 days before the effective date. The County pays applicable sales and use tax but not federal excise tax.

The successful bidder must maintain Commercial General Liability coverage of $1 million per occurrence, $1 million combined single-limit automobile liability, Washington-required workers compensation, and $1 million employers' liability, with Pierce County named as additional insured. Signed contracts and insurance certificates are due within 10 days of award notification. Materials carry a one-year guarantee, with the supplier responsible for all repair and replacement costs. Bids open via webcast 30 minutes after submission closes.