Traffic Signal Standards

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) solicitation number MDT-313024-RP for Traffic Signal Standards, seeking a comprehensive procurement of traffic signal components. The procurement includes specific quantities of 4 Type A Pole Shafts, 4 Type B Pole Shafts, multiple Traffic Signal Mast Arms in varying lengths (35', 40", 50', 60'), and 4 Luminaire Extensions. Bidders must adhere to specific technical requirements, including compliance with 2015 LRFD Signal Standards and Foundation Details, with special loading specifications for certain mast arms. The solicitation was open from 10/17/2018 1:30 PM MDT and closed on 11/14/2018 3:00 PM MDT, with a requested delivery date of 6/28/2019. Potential bidders are required to submit questions through the eMACS Q&A Board and must review standard terms and conditions. The procurement covers specific commodity codes for transportation goods and services, including metal and wooden poles, traffic control equipment, and transportation equipment.

The solicitation includes several administrative prerequisites for bidders, including registration with the Montana Secretary of State and compliance with Executive Order No. 15-2018 on Disclosure of Dark Money Spending. Payment terms are established at 0% 0, Net 30, and the procurement allows for alternate submissions. While no specific set-aside designations or disadvantaged enterprise requirements are explicitly mentioned in the available documentation, bidders must demonstrate compliance with state procurement regulations. The solicitation does not specify an exact award value or comprehensive budget range, but the procurement appears to be focused on acquiring critical traffic signal infrastructure components. The document suggests that interested vendors must be prepared to meet technical specifications, provide comprehensive documentation, and adhere to state procurement guidelines. Potential bidders should carefully review all technical requirements and ensure they can meet the specific mast arm and pole shaft specifications outlined in the solicitation.