Adaptive Signal Coordination Along Ashe Road from Panama Lane to Club View Drive

The City of Bakersfield Public Works Department is soliciting bids for the Adaptive Signal Coordination project along Ashe Road from Panama Lane to Club View Drive. This 3.0-mile project involves the installation of adaptive controllers, fiber optic cables, modems, networking equipment, monitoring cameras, and surge suppression equipment. Key hardware requirements include Swarco McCain 2070LX controllers, Axis Q6075-E PTZ network cameras, and Etherwan hardened gigabit ethernet switches. The contractor must hold a valid Class A or C-10 license and adhere to 2023 Caltrans Standard Specifications, as well as specific Union Pacific Railroad Company safety and general terms. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder, with proposals due by October 29, 2026. Bidders must provide a 10% bid bond and comply with Buy America provisions, prevailing wage requirements, and various federal non-discrimination authorities. Performance is divided into two stages: an initial phase for submittals and procurement, followed by field work, with site activities beginning within 15 days of a Notice to Proceed. The scope includes specific quantities of conduit, pull boxes, splice vaults, and single-mode fiber optic cable, with all installations subject to inspection by the Engineering Services office and quality assurance by the Local Agency.