SIGNAL LIGHT BACK-UP BATTERIES

The County of Riverside is soliciting quotations under RFQ TLARC-810 to establish a five-year agreement for the purchase of signal light back-up batteries on an as-needed basis for the Transportation and Land Management Agency. The contract aims to support the maintenance of traffic signal controllers and the building of stockpile inventory to ensure intersection operations during utility outages. The scope includes six specific battery models from Interstate and MK Powered, ranging from 7.2Ah to 110Ah capacities. The County intends to award a single contract to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with evaluation factors including overall purchase price, adherence to technical specifications, delivery dates, and product acceptability. A five percent price preference is available for local or small businesses. The period of performance extends up to five years, renewable in one-year increments, with a final completion date of June 30, 2031. Deliveries must be made F.O.B. Destination to the Riverside County Transportation Yard within seven calendar days of an order, with appointments scheduled 72 hours in advance. Bidders must submit their quotes electronically via Public Purchase by September 10, 2026, at 1:30 PM PST. Required submission documents include a completed cost sheet, proof of insurance for general liability and workers compensation, Secretary of State registration, and certifications regarding the Iran Contracting Act and economic sanctions related to Russia. Awarded contractors must also extend the same pricing and terms to other political entities and non-profits within Riverside County.