Portable Traffic Control Signal

Brown County and the South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) are seeking to procure a comprehensive Portable Temporary Traffic Control Signal System through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) process. The procurement involves the purchase, delivery, and training for four portable traffic signal trailers capable of managing four or three-legged intersections and single lane closures. Technical specifications require the system to be solar-powered, fully compliant with Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) and SDDOT standards, and include advanced features such as a menu-driven controller, conflict monitoring capabilities, wireless communication, and remote operational functionality. Specific requirements include detailed technical specifications for signal heads, mast arms, controller functionality, and solar charging systems. The solicitation was posted on September 16, 2024, with proposals due by October 1, 2024, providing potential vendors approximately two weeks to prepare and submit their bids. Vendors must thoroughly review the specifications document (24IFB11310.pdf) to ensure complete compliance with the technical requirements.

The procurement appears to be open to all qualified vendors, with the State of South Dakota Vendor's Manual indicating no specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises for this particular opportunity. While the solicitation documents do not explicitly outline preferences, the vendor manual suggests potential advantages for resident businesses and goods manufactured in South Dakota. No incumbent vendor information or specific budget range was disclosed in the provided documentation. The procurement follows standard state procurement methods, emphasizing open competition and the goal of obtaining the most cost-effective solution. Interested vendors must be registered in the state's vendor system and comply with all procurement policies outlined in the SDVendorManual_20231117.pdf. Vendors should pay close attention to the technical specifications and be prepared to demonstrate full compliance with the detailed requirements for the portable traffic control signal system.