IFB Vehicle Count Data Collection - Statewide

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is soliciting bids under solicitation number 51A0638 for statewide vehicle count data collection. The selected contractor will provide all necessary labor, materials, tools, and equipment, including Automated Traffic Recorders (ATRs), to perform 168-hour vehicle volume counts and data reporting for 5,036 locations on state highway ramps. All work must comply with the Federal Highway Administration Traffic Monitoring Guide (TMG 2016) and be subject to inspection and acceptance by the Caltrans Contract Manager. The contract requires strict adherence to ADA compliance for all reports, as well as confidentiality of state-owned data and safety protocols for crew and road users. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with evaluations focusing on licensing, bonding, qualifications, and socioeconomic preferences such as DVBE and small business status. Bids must be submitted as physical packages by November 3, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. to the Division of Procurement and Contracts in Sacramento, as electronic submissions are not accepted. Funding is subject to the availability of congressional or legislative appropriations from the United States Government or California State Legislature. Invoicing is to be submitted monthly in arrears, requiring specific details including the agreement number, dates of service, and location completed.