Traffic Signal Upgrade Construction

The City of Rockville, Maryland is requesting sealed bids on traffic signal upgrade construction at seven intersections under IFB #33-26, with bids due September 2, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. ET. A virtual pre-bid conference was held August 11, 2026; written questions were due August 20, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. ET.

The scope encompasses upgrading existing traffic signal equipment and installing new traffic control devices—APS push buttons, traffic signal housings, LED modules, detection cameras, control cabinets, electrical wire, conduit, and traffic signs—at seven locations: W. Gude Drive/Research Boulevard, W. Gude Drive/Gaither Road, E. Gude Drive/Rothgeb Drive, E. Jefferson Street/Halpine Road, Wootton Parkway/W. Edmonston Drive (East), Washington Street/W. Montgomery Avenue, and Seven Locks Road/Fortune Terrace. The contractor must furnish all materials, labor, equipment, tools, and services as shown in the construction drawings. Work must commence within 10 working days of Notice to Proceed and be completed within 330 calendar days; liquidated damages of $400 per calendar day apply for failure to meet the deadline.

The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder on a firm, fixed-price basis. A five percent bid bond made payable to the Mayor and Council of Rockville is required with the bid. Upon award, a performance bond equal to 100 percent of the bid amount and a payment bond (100 percent for contracts exceeding $100,000) are required. The City accepts only electronic payment via ACH with net 30 terms; prompt payment discounts are permitted if payment is not conditioned on less than 30 days from invoice receipt. The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to award by individual items, groups, all items, or none. The contract is governed by Maryland law and includes standard prevailing wage and equal employment opportunity requirements.