IFB 56A9016 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.

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is soliciting bids under IFB 56A0917 for the routine and non-routine repair and maintenance of Transportation Management Systems (TMS) elements and communications infrastructure. The scope of work covers District 4, including the counties of Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, Napa, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Solano, and Sonoma. Key deliverables include the troubleshooting and repair of field elements such as CCTV, CMS, EMS, HAR, RMS, VDS, TCS, and RWIS, as well as work on physical infrastructure including fiber, copper, conduits, and cabinets. The contract also encompasses temporary traffic control, HVAC services, and general building repairs. The estimated period of performance is from December 21, 2026, through December 20, 2029. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Evaluation includes a 5% preference for certified Small Business (SB), Microbusiness (MB), or SB-PW contractors, capped at $50,000, and a DVBE incentive program, with all combined preferences capped at $100,000. Bidders must adhere to State General Prevailing Wage Rates and provide a bidder's bond for bids of $484,000 or more. Payment bonds are required for individual service requests of $25,000 or more. Invoices are submitted monthly in arrears and must include detailed service and payroll records. Strict packaging and labeling standards are mandated for fiber optic cables, including weatherproof labeling and specific reel requirements. Bids must be mailed or hand-delivered by November 17, 2026, as electronic submissions will not be accepted.