Upgrade Traffic Operations Control Room

The City of Modesto is seeking qualified firms to participate in the upgrade of its Traffic Operations Control (TOC) room at 1010 Tenth Street, Modesto, California, funded by a federal Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ) grant. The procurement process involves establishing a prequalified list of contractors based on submitted Statements of Qualifications (SOQ), with award intended for a single construction contract based on the lowest responsible and responsive total base bid. The scope includes demolition, removal, and relocation of existing infrastructure, installation of new raised flooring, cable runway systems, display walls, furniture, signal controllers, monitors, and full restoration activities. The project requires strict adherence to City, State, and federal standards including Buy America provisions, California prevailing wage rates, and industry best practices for fiber optic installation and testing. Work must be completed within 90 working days from the Notice to Proceed, with completion validated through a 30-day continuous operational test and engineer acceptance. The evaluation framework heavily emphasizes technical capability, with 94% of the award criteria based on qualifications met, and the remaining 6% distributed among contractor experience, project manager and key staff qualifications, and required certifications such as conflict of interest and litigation disclosures—all evaluated on a pass/fail basis. The solicitation requires electronic SOQ submissions via the City’s OpenGov portal with a May 19, 2026 deadline. Contractual terms incorporate federal contracting provisions such as FHWA-1273 and USDOT Title VI assurances, while special provisions mandate the prime contractor perform at least 30% of the work and maintain appropriate California contractor licensing. Packaging and marking standards for cable include detailed jacket markings and environmental protections. Inspection and acceptance are conducted on site with strict compliance testing of equipment and environmental performance. The contract includes comprehensive requirements for documentation, workforce certifications, and reporting, ensuring compliance with both local municipal codes and federal funding requirements.