California eProcure #09A1115

Caltrans Seeks Small Business for Changeable Message Sign Replacement in Mono County

This opportunity from the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) seeks a certified Small Business contractor to replace a Changeable Message Sign (CMS) display and associated equipment in Mono County, California.

• Government Buyer:

  • California Department of Transportation (Caltrans)
  • Division of Procurement and Contracts
  • District 09 Traffic Operations
  • Office 2

• Products and Equipment Requested:

  • Model 720 Changeable Message Sign (CMS) (1 unit)
  • Includes foundations, pull boxes, conduits, conductors, cabinets, enclosures, and interface units
  • CMS Controller Cabinet Model 334 (1 unit)
  • Cellular Router Type 1 (1 unit)
  • Rugged, 5G NR bands, 4G fallback, multiple gigabit ethernet ports, MIMO antennas, 4 years cloud management, 5-year warranty
  • Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) (1 unit)
  • 5-year warranty
  • Category 6A Cable (CAT6A) (3 units)
  • Construction area signs, traffic control system, portable changeable message sign, job site management, water pollution control program preparation and maintenance, stationary impact attenuator vehicle (3 days), modifying changeable message sign

• Services Requested:

  • Installation of the CMS system, including all equipment, operational testing within 5 days after installation

• Unique or Notable Requirements:

  • Contractor must be a certified Small Business at bid submission
  • Bids exceeding $484,000 will be rejected; estimated value is $272,000
  • Strict Buy America compliance and environmental safety standards
  • Contractor must hold a General Engineering Contractor (A) or Electrical Contractor (C-10) license
  • 15 working days to complete after job start; work must begin within 180 days of contract approval
  • 5-year warranty required for cellular routers and UPS

• OEMs and Vendors:

  • No specific OEMs or manufacturers are named; Model 720 and Model 334 are referenced as product types, not brands

• Locations:

  • Place of performance: State Highway Route 120, Mono County near Lee Vining (Post Mile 11.95)
  • Delivery location: Caltrans District 09 Traffic Operations, 500 S. Main St., Bishop, CA 93514
  • Contracting office: 1727 30th Street, MS 65, Sacramento, CA 95816
  • Additional government facility: 1120 N Street, MS-89, Sacramento, CA 95814

Description

The California Department of Transportation is soliciting bids for a Small Business Minor B contract to replace a Changeable Message Sign display along with associated wiring, control, and communications equipment in Mono County. The contract requires the contractor to be a certified Small Business and bids over $484,000 will be rejected. The solicitation includes specifications, project plans, and requires submission of bids via email by April 30, 2026. Payment bonds and insurance will be required upon award.

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