Traffic Sign Hardware

Contra Costa County is seeking proposals for traffic sign hardware through a Request for Proposal (RFP) released on August 12, 2025, with submissions due by September 5, 2025, at 3:00 P.M. PDT. The county requires qualified vendors to supply various traffic sign hardware components, including perforated uni-strut posts, round posts, anchors, rivets, cross pieces, caps, bolts, washers, and sign back bracing. All products must be made of galvanized steel and conform to Caltrans Standard Specifications and California Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices. Proposers must have a minimum of five years' experience in providing traffic sign hardware, possess necessary federal, state, and county licenses, and demonstrate the ability to meet delivery times and emergency needs. The evaluation will consider the proposer's qualifications, experience, cost proposal, and customer references, with the county intending to award the contract to one or two vendors. The contract will have an initial three-year term with the possibility of two successive one-year renewals, not to exceed five years total.

The county offers opportunities for various business enterprise classifications, including Small Business Enterprise (SBE), Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), Women Business Enterprise (WBE), Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE), Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE), and Local Business Enterprise (LBE). A local vendor preference exists for bids over $25,000, allowing local vendors within 5% of the lowest bid to submit a revised offer. Businesses are encouraged to register on the e-Outreach system at https://www.bidnetdirect.com to receive detailed notifications and can submit their Business Opportunities Registration and Certification Form to the Contra Costa County Public Works, Purchasing Division. While no specific budget range is mentioned, the RFP indicates an estimated annual quantity of traffic sign hardware items. Proposals must be submitted electronically through BidNet Direct, with no fax or late submissions accepted, and businesses must certify under penalty of perjury that all submitted information is true and correct.