Upgrades to Pedestrian Traffic Signals in Durham, NC

The City of Durham Transportation Department is seeking bids for a project titled "Upgrades to Pedestrian Traffic Signals in Durham, NC," with a scheduled bid opening on November 17, 2025, at 2:30 PM. The project involves enhancing pedestrian safety through the installation of accessible pedestrian signal (APS) detector stations and related electrical and signal system upgrades at existing signalized intersections across Durham. The work must adhere to the North Carolina Department of Transportation's Standard Specifications for Roads and Structures (January 2024), and the contract is expected to be completed within 180 calendar days from the notice to proceed, with provisions for liquidated damages in case of delays. The contract size ranges between $500,000 and $1,500,000, and interested bidders are directed to submit sealed proposals to Jonathan Brown, PE, at Durham City Hall. Supporting technical documentation from the North Carolina Department of Transportation provides detailed electrical and programming specifications for traffic signals at key intersections, including signal face configurations, phasing diagrams, detector programming, and accessible pedestrian signals. These documents, dated April 2025, include professional engineering seals and signatures, indicating their technical rigor and importance for project implementation. The bidding process emphasizes compliance with licensing requirements, project timelines, and adherence to established standards, ensuring that the upgrades will improve pedestrian safety and traffic flow within Durham’s urban infrastructure.