MCDOWELL ROAD: 83RD AVENUE TO 91ST AVENUE AND LOWER BUCKEYE ROAD DESIGN-BID-BUILD

The City of Phoenix is undertaking a project to install approximately four miles of fiber optic and conduit infrastructure along McDowell Road between 83rd Avenue and 91st Avenue, as well as along 91st Avenue from McDowell Road to Lower Buckeye Road. The infrastructure will link with existing fiber networks operated by the City of Phoenix and the City of Tolleson, creating a direct connection that enhances communication during non-recurring congestion events and supports agency cooperation. This development aims to improve real-time traffic management by connecting the traffic signal systems and fiber networks of the City of Phoenix, City of Tolleson, and Maricopa County. Additionally, it will establish a reliable link to the Arizona Department of Transportation's fiber network. Key elements include installations of new conduit and fiber along 91st Avenue and McDowell Road, utilizing existing conduits where available, including crossing under the Union Pacific Railroad, and connecting signalized intersections to ensure seamless integration within the regional traffic control network. The project is being managed through a Design-Bid-Build solicitation issued by the Design and Construction Procurement office of the City of Phoenix, with the solicitation number ST89360039. The procurement was posted in mid-January 2026, with bids due by early February 2026. A recent addendum issued prior to the bid deadline updated and clarified technical specifications, plans, and contract documents to ensure bidders have current information. The contract specialist overseeing the project is Julie Smith, who is available as the primary contact for inquiries. This infrastructure upgrade is critical for enhancing regional connectivity, supporting traffic signal system interoperability, and improving overall traffic management capabilities across multiple jurisdictions.