Traffic Sign Materials

Contra Costa County is seeking qualified vendors to supply traffic sign materials through a Request for Proposal (RFP) for comprehensive road signage needs across approximately 660 miles of unincorporated roadways. The procurement solicits providers capable of delivering various traffic signs, including blank signs, diamond sheeting signs, partially printed signs, and completed signs, with specific technical requirements mandating compliance with Caltrans Standard Specifications (2018) and California Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) standards. All signs must be constructed of .080-gauge aluminum with diamond grade sheeting and precise mounting specifications. The RFP targets a three-year initial contract with potential for two additional one-year renewals, totaling a maximum of five years. Proposals are due September 5, 2025, by 3:00 P.M. PDT and must be submitted electronically through BidNet Direct. Evaluation criteria will encompass proposer qualifications, experience, cost proposal, and customer references, with the county reserving the right to request a Best and Final Offer from finalist vendors.

The county has implemented several provisions to encourage diverse business participation, including a local preference clause that provides competitive advantage to Contra Costa County vendors whose bids are within 5% of the lowest bid. Businesses can self-certify various enterprise designations such as 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). While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the county intends to award the contract to one or two vendors and has established estimated annual quantities for sign items ranging from 30 to 350 units per item type. Vendors must provide comprehensive unit pricing, including shipping costs, and will be required to maintain commercial general liability insurance with coverage limits of $500,000 for contracts under $500,000 and $1,000,000 for contracts over $500,000. The registration for business opportunities is valid for three years, and interested firms are encouraged to register on the county's e-Outreach system to receive ongoing contract notifications.