Traffic Signalization to Serve the Intersection of Plaza Drive and Commercial Drive

The City of Rosenberg in Fort Bend County, Texas, is soliciting bids for a traffic signalization project at the intersection of Plaza Drive and Commercial Drive, with Engineers Job Number 1-0127-2301 managed by MBCO Engineering, LLC. The procurement involves comprehensive traffic signal infrastructure installation, including eight signal poles, vehicle and pedestrian signal heads, conduit routing, paving improvements, and pavement markings. Key deliverables include constructing ADA-compliant curb ramps, removing and relocating existing signs, and implementing new traffic control infrastructure according to City of Rosenberg and Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) requirements. The bid (2024-22B) was released on April 8, 2024, with a pre-bid meeting scheduled for April 17, 2024, at 10:00 am, and bid submissions due by April 25, 2024, at 2:00 pm. Evaluation criteria will consider factors beyond the lowest price, with contractor selection anticipated on May 7, 2024. Technical requirements mandate specific infrastructure elements such as black-housing vehicle signals with LED lamp units, Diamond Grade retroreflective signage, VIVDS detection systems, and signal heads positioned at a minimum of 17.5 feet above the roadway.

The procurement appears to be open to qualified contractors without specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must comply with multiple state regulations, including anti-boycott verifications, conflict of interest disclosures, and critical infrastructure affirmations. The project requires adherence to Texas prevailing wage rates, workers' compensation insurance, and specific documentation requirements. Contractors must provide performance and payment bonds, demonstrating financial stability and capability to complete the project. The estimated project budget is $400,000, with comprehensive technical specifications detailing material requirements, construction methods, and quality control measures. The project will involve careful management of existing utilities, with specific instructions for contractors to locate and protect underground infrastructure during construction. Bidders will need to demonstrate technical expertise in traffic signal installation, electrical infrastructure, and municipal construction standards.