Specialty Trade Subcontracting for Traffic Signals and Guardrails

The contract involves the installation of traffic signals, signage, guardrails, and other specialty items, with the possibility of subcontracting portions of the work. Importantly, these specialty subcontracted items are excluded from the prime contractor’s requirement to perform at least 30% of the work in-house. The work is to be performed in several Tennessee counties, including Cheatham, Dickson, Houston, and Humphreys, under the oversight of the Tennessee Department of Transportation. While the solicitation does not specify a set-aside type, it falls under the NAICS code 238210, which pertains to electrical contractors and other wiring installation contractors. The contract was posted and has a response deadline on May 8, 2026. It is a subcontracting opportunity, intended for firms specializing in the relevant trades related to traffic control devices and infrastructure safety features. The Tennessee Department of Transportation is managing the procurement, and additional details or submissions can be accessed through their official bidding platform. The contract allows flexibility in how specialty trades are engaged, potentially encouraging subcontractors with specific expertise, while still maintaining a stipulated in-house performance threshold for the prime contractor’s scope of work.