Traffic Signals Contract No.3

Traffic Signals Contract No. 3, solicitation number 273C909417, is issued by the City of Cincinnati's Division of Traffic Engineer. The project requires a contractor to provide all materials, labor, and equipment to implement traffic signal improvements, including the demolition of existing signals, walks, and ramps; installation of new traffic poles, foundations, controllers, and school flashers; and the deployment of fiber optic cabling and network switches. The contract must be substantially complete within 270 days of the start date. Bids are due by November 6, 2026, and will be awarded to the lowest and best responsive bidder based on base bids, accepted alternates, and bid balance. The contractor must adhere to Ohio prevailing wage rates and provide a construction schedule at the pre-construction meeting. Key requirements include maintaining pedestrian safety per OMUTCD standards, providing a site safety plan, and ensuring fiber optic cables meet EIA-455-A standards with specific marking and packaging requirements. Compliance with the City's MWBE Program and non-discrimination policies is mandatory, with monthly reporting required via the Vendor Compliance and Certification System. Financial security is ensured through required bid bonds and performance and payment bonds that must remain in effect for one year following final cost acceptance. Submission requires three volumes, including completed forms in a single PDF and pricing via a specific Excel bid form.