Inspection of Overhead Sign Structures

The Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) is seeking a qualified engineering/inspection firm to perform comprehensive, hands‑on inspections of approximately 678 overhead sign structures, 236 high‑mast lighting/camera structures, and 3,092 traffic‑signal supports across the state. The work includes visual inspection, nondestructive testing of anchor bolts, UAV/drone surveys, minor maintenance (bolt tightening, sign‑clip replacement), and rapid electronic reporting. The contract is an IDIQ with a three‑year base term and two optional one‑year extensions; each task order may be up to $14 M. The contractor must provide a PE‑qualified Team Leader, a certified welding inspector (ASNT Level II), and all required access equipment (bucket trucks, TMAs, UAVs, etc.). Reporting must be entered into DelDOT’s Access database with a one‑page summary within 30 days and a full database update within 90 days of each inspection. • Scope: Visual & NDT inspections of sign, lighting, and signal structures, plus minor corrective work. • Personnel: PE‑qualified Team Leader and ASNT Level II certified welding inspector required. • Equipment: Contractor must supply bucket trucks, TMA devices, UAVs, ladders, and related safety gear. • Reporting: Electronic data entry, photos, 30‑day summary, 90‑day full database update. • Contract: IDIQ, 3‑year base term, optional two 1‑year extensions, $14 M max per task order, cost‑plus‑fixed‑fee payment.