Traffic Classification Camera System

The State of Nebraska, Department of Administrative Services (DAS), Materiel Division, State Purchasing Bureau (SPB) is conducting an Invitation to Bid (ITB) Number 6829 OF for a Traffic Classification Camera System primarily serving Lancaster County. The procurement seeks a qualified contractor to provide three traffic classification cameras with specific technical requirements, including placement 25-35 feet from the edge of the first lane and options for either AC-powered or solar-powered systems. The contract duration is two years, with an option to renew for three additional one-year periods, and the State aims to implement the project in Q1 2024. Bids were due on November 29, 2023, at 2:00 PM Central Time, with an electronic bid opening scheduled via Zoom on December 1, 2023. Vendors were required to provide an itemized breakdown of pricing for hardware, service, and warranty, and the contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. The evaluation will consider factors such as pricing, technical specifications, and compliance with the ITB requirements.

The solicitation does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, but it does allow for consideration of Nebraska resident contractors or businesses located in designated enterprise zones. The State reserves the right to contract for the same or similar goods from other sources, suggesting the contract is not exclusive. Leetron Vision LLC was ultimately awarded the contract for three traffic classification cameras at a total extended price of $29,400.00, with a 30-day delivery timeline after receipt of order. The contract's pricing structure includes a fixed price for the first year, with potential price increases capped at 5% for subsequent renewal periods. Funding for the contract will be provided by the State of Nebraska, and the full contract details and bid information will be publicly posted on the State's procurement website. The cameras will come with a five-year warranty, and the pricing varies depending on the power source and number of cameras.