Traffic UPS, Batteries, Traffic & Solar Flashers

Pinellas County, Florida has issued Invitation to Bid #24-0161-ITB to establish a contract for Uninterruptible Power Source (UPS) Batteries, Traffic & Solar Flashers, targeting replacement of non-functioning batteries in Myer UPS traffic controller cabinets, ITS Cabinets, and Carmanah Flashing Solar Powered Speed Check Signs. The solicitation seeks to procure three specific battery types: Alphacell 100XTV (100 units), Odyssey ODX-AGM31 (480 units), and Bright Way BW 12550 DC (120 units), with distinct warranty requirements for each. Proposals are due on March 28, 2024, at 3:00 pm, with vendor questions accepted until March 21, 2024. The initial contract term is 12 months, with potential for four additional 12-month extensions, and deliveries will be accepted Monday through Thursday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm at 22211 U.S. Highway 19 North, Building 1, Clearwater, Florida. Vendor requirements include transportation and delivery with no additional fees, and batteries must be date stamped upon installation with unconditional free replacement for battery failures.

The contract allows for potential multiple contractor awards to fulfill material and delivery demands, with no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises mentioned in the documentation. The total expenditure cap for this procurement is $1,825,000.00, covering the procurement of various battery models designed for extreme outdoor temperature applications in traffic and infrastructure networks. Batteries must meet specific technical requirements, including operating temperature ranges from -40 to 60 degrees Celsius, AGM technology, and manufacturer warranties ranging from 4-5 years. The solicitation indicates a focus on high-performance batteries with advanced features such as virgin lead-alloy grids, extreme temperature tolerance, and compatibility with traffic control and uninterruptible power supply applications. Vendors must provide comprehensive technical specifications, including runtime tables, discharge characteristics, and performance metrics across various environmental conditions.