Opportunity
New York State Contract Reporter #Group 1156
Buffalo Seeks Proposals for Porter Avenue Wayfinding Signage and Streetscape Project
Posted
July 01, 2026
Respond By
July 29, 2026
Identifier
Group 1156
NAICS
237310, 237990, 238190
The City of Buffalo Department of Public Works, Division of Engineering, is seeking proposals for the Porter Avenue Cantilever Sign Structure and Panel Project to improve wayfinding and traffic flow near the Peace Bridge and I-190. - Government Buyer: - City of Buffalo, Department of Public Works, Division of Engineering - Contact: Alexander M. Bullers, P.E., City Engineer - Scope of Work: - Installation of wayfinding signage along Porter Avenue and the roundabout - Application of pavement markings to enhance traffic safety and flow - Installation of streetscape elements to improve the project area - Related construction activities at the roundabout ramps connecting to the Peace Bridge and New York State Thruway (I-190) - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) or vendors are named in the solicitation - Notable Requirements: - Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) participation goal of 25% - Women Business Enterprise (WBE) participation goal of 5% - Compliance with New York State Department of Labor registration for public work projects - Submission of workforce and business utilization statements for minorities and women - No prior similar contracts have been awarded in the past five years
Description
The City of Buffalo Department of Public Works is requesting sealed proposals for the Porter Avenue Cantilever Sign Structure and Panel Project, Group 1156. This transportation improvement project aims to enhance wayfinding along Porter Avenue and within the roundabout connecting to the Peace Bridge and the New York State Thruway (I-190). The project includes wayfinding signage, pavement markings, streetscape elements, and related work along Porter Avenue and the roundabout ramps. The goal is to improve traffic flow, support clearer vehicular navigation, and increase safety.