Traffic Sign Replacement Services

The City of Bradenton is soliciting bids for Traffic Sign Replacement Services through Invitation to Bid #25-031NT, seeking a contractor to provide comprehensive traffic sign management across the city on an as-needed basis. The project encompasses replacement, installation, refurbishment, and repair of approximately 40,000 traffic signs, with specific requirements including quarterly sign inventory, collaboration with the city's GIS team, and rapid repair timelines (such as two-hour response for stop sign repairs). Contractors must adhere to the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) and Florida Department of Transportation standards, providing all necessary labor, materials, equipment, and traffic control. The bid was released on June 6, 2025, with responses due by July 7, 2025, at 2:30 pm, and will involve unit pricing for various sign-related services including regulatory, warning, pedestrian, school, and street signs. Evaluation will likely include compliance with submitted documentation, pricing, and ability to meet technical specifications.

The procurement appears open to all qualified vendors, with no specific set-aside designations mentioned. Bidders must submit several required forms, including a SunBiz registration certificate, non-collusion affidavit, and references, and must comply with Florida statutes regarding scrutinized companies and public records laws. Contractors will be required to maintain a drug-free workplace and carry specific insurance coverages. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the project covering 40,000 signs suggests a significant contract value. The solicitation includes provisions for emergency services and declared emergency work, and the city reserves the right to add or delete items and adjust quantities as needed. Additionally, the contract incorporates FEMA provisions, indicating potential federal funding involvement and associated compliance requirements for contractors.