Traffic Stop Signs

Manatee County, through an Invitation for Bids (IFB) #242561TEG, is seeking a vendor to fabricate and deliver new transit bus stop signs for the Breeze Transit system. The procurement requires signs that are 18" wide by 30", constructed from 0.08" thick 5052-H38 aluminum, double-sided, and featuring specific design elements including Pantone colors, reflective sheeting, and ADA-compliant typography. Vendors must submit a sample sign and rivets for approval prior to full production and will be required to deliver signs in minimum lots of 100 within 120 days of receiving the County's order. The contract will be awarded to the responsive and responsible bidder submitting the lowest total bid price, with bidders required to complete a vendor questionnaire and pricing table through the OpenGov procurement portal. The bid documents specify that signs must include the Breeze transit system logo, bus icon, contact information, and county branding, with a seven-year warranty required. The proposal due date is April 8, 2024, with all signs to be delivered to Breeze Transit Administration in Sarasota.

No specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises are mentioned in the procurement documents. The solicitation indicates that local and American business preferences will not apply due to grant funding requirements. Vendors must maintain specific insurance coverages, including Workers' Compensation (minimum $1,000,000), Commercial General Liability ($1,000,000 per occurrence), and Business Automobile Liability ($1,000,000 combined single limit). While a specific contract value is not explicitly stated, the procurement suggests a standard municipal transit signage replacement project. Vendors will be responsible for packaging and shipping signs, with any damages during transit requiring replacement at no additional cost to the County. The procurement appears to be a straightforward equipment purchase aimed at standardizing and updating the county's transit stop signage system, with a focus on clear communication and user-friendly design.