Traffic Control Devices

The City of Montgomery, Alabama, has issued solicitation 2026-RFQ-068 to establish a master agreement for the procurement of traffic control devices. The scope of work requires the contractor to furnish complete solar-powered school zone flashing beacon systems with radar speed feedback and Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon (RRFB) pedestrian crossing assemblies. Technical specifications are based on the Carmanah R829-MX and SPEEDCHECK-12 models, requiring compliance with MUTCD, FHWA, NEMA, and State Department of Transportation standards. The resulting contract will be a master agreement with a three-year ordering period, and awards will be made on an all-or-none total basis to the most responsive and responsible firms. Proposals are due by September 17, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. via the City's e-Procurement Portal or email. Evaluation factors include qualifications, experience, and a local preference for vendors in Montgomery, Elmore, and Autauga counties if their bids are within three percent of the lowest bidder. Requirements for submission include a completed pricing table, a vendor questionnaire, and a City of Montgomery business license. Additionally, the contractor must adhere to E-Verify enrollment, Title VI civil rights compliance, and Buy America/BABA requirements. Final acceptance is subject to destination inspection and field testing to verify radar accuracy, wireless communication, and solar battery operation.