Opportunity

San Mateo Civicplus #878

San Mateo Public Works seeks mobile message boards with advanced features and delivery

Posted

September 01, 2026

Respond By

September 15, 2026

Identifier

878

NAICS

423860

The City of San Mateo Public Works Department is seeking bids for the purchase and delivery of new mobile message boards in two sizes (4x8 and 3x6). - Government Buyer: - City of San Mateo, Public Works Department - Products Requested: - 4x8 Mobile Message Board - Full matrix digital display - Mounted on DOT-approved trailer - Remote programming via cellular connectivity - Deployable and adjustable mast - Battery-powered system with solar charger and shore power - Minimum 72-hour run time - ALPR (Automatic License Plate Recognition) mount - DOT-approved LED trailer lighting - Data collection for radar speed and traffic volume - One year of activation/service - Includes delivery, freight, California exempt registration, all fees and taxes - 3x6 Mobile Message Board - Same features as above, with 3x6 display - Vendors/OEMs: - No specific OEMs or vendors named; opportunity open to all qualified manufacturers and authorized dealers - Unique Requirements: - Must meet California emissions standards - Bidders must be authorized dealers or manufacturers - Delivery to San Mateo required - Evaluation based on dealer status, adherence to specifications, total cost, and delivery lead time - Notable Features: - ALPR mount for license plate recognition - Data collection for radar speed and traffic volume - Remote programming via cellular connectivity - Solar and shore power charging - DOT-approved safety features - Period of Performance: - Includes one year of activation/service for each unit - Delivery required to City of San Mateo - Estimated Contract Value: - Based on industry standards for similar equipment, estimated range is $40,000 to $120,000 for both units and services.

Description

The City of San Mateo is soliciting sealed bids for the procurement of mobile message boards in two sizes: 4X8 and 3X6. The equipment must be mounted on DOT approved trailers and include features such as full matrix digital displays, remote programming via cellular connectivity, deployable message board masts, battery powered systems with solar chargers, and data collection capabilities for radar speed and traffic volume. Bidders are responsible for delivery to the City of San Mateo and must include all taxes, fees, and delivery costs in their bids. The procurement process includes evaluation based on dealer status, adherence to specifications, cost, and delivery lead time.

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