RFP - Parking Meter Post Installation

The City of Los Angeles Department of Transportation is seeking a qualified contractor under solicitation 226521 to provide, install, and remove parking meter posts across the city. The scope of work includes the installation of heavy-duty steel post caps, concrete pads, and bollards, as well as the repair of any holes or cracks resulting from the work. All activities must adhere to specific technical standards, including the use of Class 560 C-3250 concrete and a 1:2.5 cement grout ratio. The contractor is required to respond to standard installation or removal requests within three working days, or within one working day for urgent public safety risks. The contract is anticipated to begin in May 2027 for an initial term of four years, with the possibility of three one-year extensions, not to exceed seven years in total. Award decisions will be based on a 100-point evaluation focusing on contractor qualifications, cost-effectiveness, staff experience, and the quality of the proposal. Proposers must comply with strict City of Los Angeles contracting requirements, including the Business Inclusion Program outreach, prevailing wage and living wage ordinances, and comprehensive insurance coverage for workers' compensation, general liability, and auto liability. Proposals must be submitted electronically by September 15, 2026, and must include a detailed line-item unit pricing worksheet.