Suffolk CMAQ Citywide Upgrades

The City of Suffolk, Virginia is requesting bids on the Suffolk CMAQ Citywide Upgrades, a federally-funded traffic signal and street signage modernization project under IFB #26123-JT, with bids due August 6, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. at the City of Suffolk Purchasing Office. All bidders must be pre-qualified through VDOT's pre-qualification process, a mandatory eligibility requirement.

Work encompasses modification and removal of existing traffic signal cabinets and equipment; installation of nine new city-standard traffic signal cabinets with controllers; establishment of video detection systems at twelve intersections; installation of lighted street name signs in dimensions from 60 to 96 inches mast-arm mounted; and all associated electrical work and acceptance testing per the VDOT LAP manual. The base bid includes 38 line items with quantities ranging from single units for specialized detection systems to thousands of linear feet for conductor cable. One additive bid option is permitted. The contractor must provide all plant, labor, superintendence, materials, tools, equipment, supplies, and ancillary items.

The project is funded through federal CMAQ (Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality) funds and administered under VDOT Road and Bridge Specifications (2020 edition) and supplemental specifications. Pricing must be submitted as firm, fixed prices with all costs fully loaded including labor, materials, equipment, transportation, permits, and acceptance testing; no additional charges are permitted. The DBE participation goal is 0%, though contractors are encouraged to solicit DBE subcontractors.

The successful contractor must commence work within ten days of Notice to Proceed and complete all work within 365 calendar days; liquidated damages accrue daily for delays beyond this timeframe. Performance and labor-and-material payment bonds and general liability insurance of at least $2 million are required. Payment terms are Net 45 days from invoice approval.