Transportation Traffic Signal Loop Services

Pinellas County's Public Works Department is seeking a contractor for Transportation Traffic Signal Loop Services through an Invitation to Bid (#24-0195-ITB) to provide ongoing traffic signal loop installation and repair services throughout the county. The solicitation requires a contractor capable of performing Type "A", Type "B", and Type "F" loop replacements, which include lead-in cable installation to loop pull boxes, drilling loop windows in curbs, and adding pull boxes. The work will be requested on an as-needed basis, with contractors required to follow Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) standard specifications for vehicle detection loop installations. The bid was released on March 5, 2024, with questions due by March 12, 2024, and proposals due by March 26, 2024, at 3:00 pm. The contract term is 60 months, with unit prices potentially adjustable after 12 months based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI), not to exceed 3%. Contractors must be registered with the Florida Division of Corporations and comply with local, state, and federal requirements, including E-Verify and specific insurance specifications.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The contract includes detailed pricing for various signal loop repair services, with estimated quantities ranging from 25 to 150 units for different loop sizes and 6,500 to 10,000 linear feet for cable installations. There is a 10% allocation for unspecified services/materials, providing flexibility in service delivery. While specific budget ranges are not detailed, the contract allows for potential price adjustments and gives the county the right to add or delete locations and services as needed. The procurement appears to be a competitive bid process open to qualified contractors with experience in traffic signal loop installation and repair. The county will utilize the contract on an as-needed basis, suggesting potential variability in service scope and frequency. Contractors will need to demonstrate technical expertise in loop installation, cable routing, and compliance with FDOT and Pinellas County technical specifications.