IFB 27046-JT Suffolk Downtown Traffic Signal Preemption System Enhancements

The City of Suffolk is soliciting bids under IFB 27046-JT for the Suffolk Downtown Traffic Signal Preemption System Enhancements. This project requires the modification, upgrade, replacement, and installation of traffic signal equipment and signage to improve the operation, reliability, and coordination of the downtown preemption system. The work must be performed by VDOT prequalified contractors and adhere to the VDOT 2020 Road and Bridge Specifications and the VDOT LAP Manual. Key deliverables include the installation of equipment such as traffic signal cabinets and junction boxes, as well as the completion of all required acceptance testing by a certified laboratory. Bids will be evaluated and awarded based on the Total Base Bid, with a submission deadline of 3:00 PM on October 29, 2026. The procurement requires a bid security of five percent of the total bid amount, along with performance and labor and material payment bonds. Contractors must comply with federal and state standards, including the Buy America Act, Davis-Bacon Act prevailing wage rates, and specific cybersecurity assessments for network-capable devices. Final payment is contingent upon the submission of acceptable as-built record documents and a final inspection approved by the owner.