Title
Traffic Signals and Hardware
Action
Action:
A. Approve a unit price contract to the lowest responsive bidder Mobotrex Inc. for the purchase of traffic signal replacement parts and repairs for one year, and
B. Authorize the City Manager to renew the contract for up to four, one-year renewal terms with possible price adjustments and to amend the contract consistent with the purpose for which the contract was approved.
Body
Staff Resource(s):
Liz Babson, Transportation
Bryan Tarlton, Transportation
Explanation
§ The Charlotte Department of Transportation maintains over 800 traffic signals, which include intersection signals, fire emergency signals, school flashers, and pedestrian hybrid beacons. The City’s traffic signals require a large inventory of parts to be available for repairs and replacement.
§ Traffic signal components must be compatible for fast repair times, especially during emergency situations.
§ On December 12, 2018, the City issued an Invitation to Bid; three bids were received.
§ Mobotrex Inc. was selected as the lowest responsive, responsible bidder.
§ Annual expenditures are estimated to be $400,000.
Charlotte Business INClusion
No subcontracting goal was established because there are no subcontracting opportunities (Part C: Section 2.1 (a) of the Charlotte Business INClusion Policy).
Fiscal Note
Funding: Transportation Operating Budget