B58_2027 OVERHEAD DYNAMIC RAMP WARNING SIGNS

The Virginia Department of Transportation is soliciting bids for the installation of Radar Activated Overhead Warning Signs at various locations, primarily in Rockingham, Virginia. The project requires the contractor to provide all labor, materials, and equipment to install overhead LED illuminated signs that respond to vehicle speed or presence. Each system must include mounting hardware, radar detection, a controller, associated wiring, and an uninterruptible power source. All electronic components must meet NEMA TS-2 environmental standards and comply with MUTCD or project plans. Acceptance by VDOT is contingent upon a 60-day burn-in period of correct operation, and the contractor must provide a minimum 5-year warranty on all materials and workmanship. The contract is awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with bids submitted electronically via Bidx by December 16, 2026. Key compliance requirements include adherence to the Buy America Act and Build America, Buy America Act (BABA), as well as strict OT cybersecurity standards for connected signs, requiring the removal of vendor cloud connections in favor of the Department's OT network. Labor standards include a requirement for one hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked and strict non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity practices. Technical specifications cover a wide range of materials, including specific requirements for steel identification, protective coatings, and asphalt concrete placement, with quality control managed by a certified Asphalt Field Technician II.