Wavetronix smartsensor HD and accessories

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has issued a Request for Quote (RFQ) for Wavetronix SmartSensor HD and related traffic management system accessories, specifically for the City of Redding's Highway 273-XP21 project in Shasta County. The procurement seeks advanced traffic sensor equipment including SmartSensor Advance Extended Range units, SmartSensor Matrix units, triaxial mounts, various cables, junction boxes, viewfinders, interface devices, rack cards, and extended warranties. The solicitation covers information technology goods valued over $50,000 and requires comprehensive documentation, including a GenAI Reporting and Factsheet (STD 1000) disclosing any generative AI usage in proposed solutions. Bidders must submit quotes by January 23, 2025, at 3:00 PM PT, with questions due by January 15, 2025, at 3:00 PM PT. The contract will be awarded on an "all or none" basis to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with quotes remaining valid for 60 days from the submission date. Delivery is required as soon as possible, with FOB Destination and Freight Prepaid shipping terms. The solicitation includes stringent security and privacy requirements for handling Caltrans data, encompassing encryption standards, vulnerability management, and incident reporting protocols.

The RFQ strongly encourages participation from diverse business enterprises, including Microbusinesses (MB), Small Businesses (SB), Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises (DVBE), and Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE). A 5% preference is available for certified Small Businesses or Microbusinesses, with a maximum preference of $50,000 per bid. While DVBE participation goals are waived, DVBE incentives ranging from 1-5% will be applied based on the level of DVBE participation (from 0.1% to 5%+). All equipment must be new and represent the latest model in current production, with pricing to be FOB Destination and freight prepaid. Sales tax should not be included in the initial quote but will be added to the final purchase order. The contract award, if made, will occur within 45 days after the scheduled contract award date, though bidders may extend their offers beyond this timeframe. The procurement is specifically for traffic management system components to be installed on public roadways, focusing on the City of Redding's infrastructure improvement project. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the solicitation indicates the procurement is for goods valued over $50,000, suggesting a moderate-scale technology investment for traffic management infrastructure.