IFB 56A0917 Maintenance and Repair of the Transportation Management Systems (TMS) Elements and Communications Infrastructure in Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, Napa, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Solano, and Sonoma Counties.

Solicitation 56A0917 is an Invitation for Bid issued by the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) for the provision of routine and non-routine repairs and maintenance services for Transportation Management Systems (TMS) elements and communications infrastructure. The scope of work covers nine California counties, including Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, Napa, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Solano, and Sonoma. Key responsibilities include the troubleshooting, repair, and preventative maintenance of field elements such as CCTV camera systems, changeable message signs, highway advisory radios, and various detection and weather stations, as well as the maintenance of aerial and underground fiber optic and copper cabling. The contract includes specific technical requirements for fiber optic packaging, marking, and ISO9001 registration for manufacturers, and mandates compliance with the California Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices and Caltrans Construction Standards. The agreement will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with specific evaluation incentives provided for Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises (DVBE) and certified Small or Micro Businesses. Bidders must submit a comprehensive package including a bid proposal, various certifications, and a bidder's bond for bids exceeding 484,000 dollars. Performance is managed through the TRAC project management system, with monthly invoicing and final inspections required for acceptance. The contract is subject to State General Prevailing Wage Rates and requires adherence to federal and state regulations, including 48 CFR Part 31 and 2 CFR Part 200 for cost principles. Bids must be submitted in a sealed physical format by November 19, 2026, as electronic submissions are not accepted.