Purchase and Installation of Vehicle and Bicycle Detection Systems

The City of Orlando, Florida is soliciting bids through Invitation for Bid (IFB26-0318) for the purchase and installation of vehicle and bicycle detection systems at various intersections throughout the city. The procurement seeks qualified contractors to furnish and install detection systems, including all necessary supervision, labor, tools, parts, materials, and equipment in compliance with Florida Department of Transportation Standard Specifications for traffic signal and Intelligent Transportation System applications. Deliverables include the installation of maintenance of traffic measures, conduit installation, pull and splice boxes, loop detectors, vehicle detection systems utilizing microwave and video technology, and traffic controller modifications, with work assigned on an as-needed basis through individual projects utilizing established FDOT and City pay item numbers. Qualified bidders must demonstrate at least five years of experience in vehicle and bicycle detection system installation, maintain current IMSA Traffic Signal Field Technician Level II and FDOT Intermediate MOT certifications, be licensed to do business in Florida, and provide a minimum of four references. The pricing proposal comprises 52 line items with contractors required to provide firm unit prices covering all labor, materials, equipment, and overhead. A non-mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for April 9, 2026, at 11:00 AM via Microsoft Teams, written questions are due by April 17, 2026, at 5:00 PM, and bids must be submitted through the City's electronic procurement portal by April 28, 2026, at 2:00 PM, with public opening to follow virtually. The contract term is three years from approval and execution with options for renewal for three additional twelve-month periods, up to a cumulative total of 72 months.

The City of Orlando offers no specific set-asides for disadvantaged enterprises; however, a local reciprocal preference clause and VBE participation consideration are available. Contractors must maintain comprehensive insurance coverage including workers compensation, commercial general liability, commercial automobile liability, commercial crime, installation floaters, professional liability, cyber liability, garage keepers liability, and contractors pollution liability. Living wage requirements apply if annual City expenditures exceed $100,000. No incumbent vendors or specific budget ranges are identified in the procurement documents. Payment will be made according to Florida Statutes upon submission of proper invoices, with options available for virtual card, ACH, or check payment methods. Interested bidders should note that all work must comply with FDOT Standard Specifications and be performed at various intersections throughout the City of Orlando on an as-needed basis.