Howard County Office of Procurement PlanetBids #IFB 2027-02

Howard County Solicits Traffic Signal Construction and Modification Services

Howard County, Maryland is seeking qualified contractors to provide comprehensive traffic signal construction, modification, and related services across the county. - Government Buyer: - Howard County, Maryland, Office of Procurement and Contract Administration - Department of Public Works, Bureau of Highways, Traffic Engineering Division - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) or vendors are named; the County prefers American-manufactured goods when possible - Products/Services Requested: - Installation and modification of traffic signals and traffic control devices - Construction and maintenance of public works projects (roads, bridges, utilities) - Installation of machinery and equipment at public works sites - Manufacturing and supply of goods (e.g., cabinets, poles, mast arms, lighting arms, loop detector wire, signal heads, video camera detectors, communications cable) - Emergency, critical, and normal priority response services for traffic signals - Master electrician services required - Notable Requirements: - Contractors must have at least five years of experience in traffic signal construction and maintenance with state and local governments - 15% Equal Business Opportunity (EBO) subcontracting goal for contracts valued at $50,000 or more - Compliance with Howard County's living wage requirements - Work includes 24/7 emergency response capability and adherence to specific restoration, installation, and safety standards - Preference for American-manufactured goods and lowest prevailing market price - Only one price/rate allowed per line item - Bids must be submitted electronically

Description

Howard County, Maryland is seeking a qualified firm to provide services related to the installation and modification of traffic signals and traffic control devices at various locations throughout the County. The contract period is one year starting around October 1, 2026, with an option to renew for five additional one-year increments at the County's discretion. Contractors must have at least five years of experience in traffic signal construction and maintenance with state and local governments. The solicitation requires electronic submission of bids by August 26, 2026, at 11:00 AM.

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