ALUMINUM TRAFFIC LEGEND STENCILS (METRIC) AND HIVISIBILITY REFLECTIVE VINYL ROAD CONSTRUCTION SIGNS

The County of Orange, through its Public Works department, is soliciting bids for the supply of Aluminum Traffic Legend Stencils (Metric) and Hi-Visibility Reflective Vinyl Road Construction Signs on an as-needed basis over the term of the contract, with deliveries destined for various County facilities, primarily Warehouse #04 in Orange, CA. The contract is structured as a Firm Fixed Price agreement with a maximum value of $175,000, though unit prices for all items remain TBD until award. Deliverables include standardized stencils in 16" x 8" size for letters A through J and other traffic symbols, along with 48" x 48" reflective vinyl signs, fiberglass crosspieces, and telescoping metal stands compliant with MUTCD 11th Edition and Caltrans specifications. The contractor must ensure all products are new, properly sized, and meet safety and performance standards under OSHA and California Industrial Safety Act requirements, with items delivered F.O.B. destination and accepted only upon County inspection and approval at the delivery site. The procurement follows a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation method, where responsiveness, responsibility, technical compliance, and adherence to County terms are mandatory pass/fail criteria, with award going to the lowest-priced qualified bidder. OCLSB and DVBE certified businesses receive a price preference of 5% or 8%, respectively, in the bid evaluation. All offers must include a valid Unique Entity Identifier and complete required certifications, including disclosures on conflicts of interest, litigation, ownership history, and political contributions under the Levine Act. The contract includes stringent administrative controls such as unqualified audit rights, prohibitions on assignment without County consent, and the right to require removal and replacement of key personnel with 3 business days’ notice. Invoices must adhere to specific formatting, be submitted on contractor letterhead, and include the contract number and agency account number to trigger EFT payment within net 30 days. The contractor assumes full responsibility for permits, immigration compliance, subcontractor oversight, and delivery logistics, including non-dock locations, and is obligated to indemnify the County against related liabilities. The solicitation closes on August 19, 2026, and all proposals must be submitted electronically via the Orange County eProcurement portal.