Traffic Signal Cabinets

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is soliciting bids for a procurement of 15 traffic signal control cabinets, specifically 2 TS1 'P' Cabinets and 13 TS2 'P' Cabinets, through solicitation number MDT-315083-RP. The procurement requires 100% United States manufacturing, with detailed technical specifications mandating cabinets be fabricated from specific aluminum grades and meet NEMA standards. Vendors must provide prototype cabinets for review, submit detailed cabinet prints within seven days of bid opening, and offer onsite technical assistance for the first five signal cabinet installations. The bid was opened on February 1, 2023, at 3:00 PM MST and will close on February 22, 2023, at 2:00 PM MST, with potential bidders required to submit questions through the eMACS Q&A Board. The cabinets are specifically designed for compatibility with Siemens M50/M60 signal controllers and must meet comprehensive technical requirements covering cabinet construction, electrical specifications, wiring standards, hardware components, and operational characteristics.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises or specific restrictions on respondent types. Bidders must comply with standard terms and conditions, nondiscrimination policies, and other contractual provisions. The procurement includes a warranty requirement of at least one year on workmanship and materials, with all equipment mandated to be new and of current production. Late delivery penalties are structured with daily charges ranging from $1,116 to $3,850 per calendar day of delay, based on the contract's original amount. Delivery is expected within 120 calendar days after prototype cabinet approval, with future orders to be placed on an "as-needed" basis. Payment terms are set at 0% 0, Net 30, and the bid contact is Richele Parkhurst, who can be reached at rparkhurst@mt.gov or +1 406-546-8243. While specific award values are not detailed, the comprehensive technical specifications and penalty structures suggest a significant investment in transportation infrastructure technology.