Traffic and Construction Barricade Bid

The City of Owosso, located in Shiawassee County, Michigan, is soliciting sealed bids for a comprehensive traffic control equipment procurement on May 16, 2025, with proposals due by 3:00 p.m. on June 3, 2025. The procurement specifically seeks four types of traffic and construction barricade items: 30 Type 3 Barricades with total closure and downward sloping stripes, 50 Type 2 Barricades with total closure, 100 Navicade 42" Channelizer Cones with 16 lb. base, and 150 3-Way Amber Type A, C Barricade Lights. Bidders must submit a complete package including a vendor proposal, signature page, legal status acknowledgment, local preference affidavit, and W-9 form. The contract is designated as "All or None," requiring pricing for all items, with a completion deadline of June 30, 2025. Detailed specifications mandate compliance with the Michigan Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD), with specific requirements for materials, dimensions, and reflective properties. Evaluation will include consideration of local preference policies that provide bid advantages for businesses within Owosso (6% up to $2,500) and Shiawassee County (3% up to $2,500).

The procurement includes comprehensive insurance requirements for potential vendors, including workers' compensation, commercial general liability, automobile liability, and owners' and contractors' protective liability coverage. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned, the local preference policy suggests a preference for regional businesses. The bid does not indicate incumbent vendors or require integration with existing infrastructure. Bidders must demonstrate technical capability to meet precise equipment specifications and provide documentation of compliance with traffic control standards. The procurement appears to be a straightforward equipment acquisition with clear technical requirements and local economic development considerations. Although a specific budget range is not disclosed, the scope includes multiple barricade types and accessories, suggesting a moderate-value contract focused on municipal traffic management and construction safety equipment.