The City of Mobile, Alabama issued a sealed competitive bid (Bid No. 5255) for the purchase and installation of an Accessible Pedestrian Signal (APS) system, a two‑wire traffic‑control solution meeting a host of federal, state, and industry standards (MUTCD, NEMA, IEC, FCC, etc.). The contract was ultimately awarded to Temple Inc. for a modest amount, indicating a single‑unit or small‑quantity procurement that includes delivery FOB Mobile, a one‑year firm‑price term, and the possibility of two one‑year extensions.
• Scope: one (or up to two) complete APS systems – central control unit plus four push‑button stations, fully compliant with ADA, ISO 9001, Buy‑American, and technical performance specs.
• Procurement: all‑or‑none sealed bid, 5 % bid bond required, firm‑fixed‑price award of $4,399.00.
• Timeline: bid submission deadline 26 Feb 2019 10:30 AM; contract term one year with up to two optional one‑year renewals.
• Vendor requirements: ISO 9001 registration, Buy‑American compliance, E‑Verify enrollment, and possible Alabama Certificate of Authority.
• Awarded Vendor: Temple Inc (no contact details provided).