The Iowa Department of Transportation (Iowa DOT) is seeking competitive proposals for Intelligent Work Zone Services. The contract is for a one-year period with an option to renew for five additional years. The successful responder will be required to provide various services, including project implementation, deployment and integration of portable dynamic message signs, sensor trailers, and camera trailers. The contract also includes options for additional features and technologies. The evaluation criteria for this contract include the overall content of the written proposal, understanding of needs, overall solution, management plan, work plan, and testing plan, as well as business and technical knowledge, work experience, and references.
• The contract has a total of 22 line items, including project implementation, portable dynamic message signs, sensor trailers, camera trailers, and other equipment and services.
• The contract has a maximum total aggregate page limit of 8 pages for responses.
• The contract requires responders to provide a unit cost for each required line item in the schedule of prices.
• The contract includes a provision for the Iowa DOT to purchase any or all items on the cost proposal, either individually or bundled.
• The contract has a payment term of Net 60 Days.
The main goal of this contract is to provide Intelligent Work Zone Services to support the Iowa DOT's traffic management operations. The contract is expected to be awarded to a single vendor, and the evaluation process will be based on a combination of technical and cost factors.