West 44th Avenue and Tabor Street Signal Poles

The City of Wheat Ridge is requesting bids on construction of a new four-way traffic signal system at the intersection of West 44th Avenue and Tabor Street, with bids due October 9, 2026 at 2:00 PM Mountain Time via electronic submission through the OpenGov eProcurement platform under ITB 26-47. A non-mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for September 18, 2026 at 11:00 AM via Microsoft Teams, and the question deadline is September 25, 2026 at 2:00 PM.

The scope includes installation of the four-way traffic signal system, reconstruction of ADA-compliant curb ramps at all four corners, removal and installation of roadway, sidewalk, curb, and drainage elements, electrical conduit installation totaling 840 linear feet, complete signal infrastructure including 16 traffic signal faces and 8 pedestrian signal faces, mast arms of varying heights (20-foot, 40-foot, and 50-foot), LED luminaires, intersection detection systems using Miovision cameras, fiber optic cabling, pavement markings, and associated signage. All work must comply with the current edition of CDOT Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction (2026 Edition), MUTCD requirements, and National Electric Code standards. The contractor must employ IMSA-certified traffic signal technicians for cabinet work and field installations. The 56 line items span clearing, grubbing, removal, excavation, concrete work, traffic control, and landscape restoration.

The contractor's organization must perform a minimum of 50 percent of the total contract cost. All bidders must comply with the Keep Jobs in Colorado Act, requiring Colorado labor for at least 80% of the work. The bid bond must equal 5 percent of the total bid amount; the successful bidder will provide Performance and Payment Bonds each equal to 100 percent of the contract price. Commercial general liability insurance of $1 million per occurrence and workers' compensation coverage are required. The contractor must commence work within 10 working days of the Notice to Proceed and complete all work within 150 calendar days from that notice. Monthly progress payments will be made with 5 percent retainage held until final completion. A one-year warranty against defective materials or workmanship from final completion is required. Contract award is anticipated within 60 calendar days after bid opening to the lowest responsive, responsible, and qualified bidder.