Bid guide
How to bid on traffic management system maintenance for Central Florida Tourism Oversight District
What the District is buying
The Central Florida Tourism Oversight District is seeking a contractor to inspect, maintain, and make emergency repairs to its traffic management system. Work includes traffic signals, emergency and flasher signals, intelligent transportation systems, signs, and other traffic management equipment.
The contractor will also make modifications and improvements when directed by the District. The work must meet or exceed applicable FHWA, FDOT, District, and other standards. The District may add or remove sites over time.
Key date and award method
The IFB was published October 30, 2026. Bids are due November 24, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. Submit electronically through PlanetBids before the deadline.
The District will award to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. It will evaluate four sample projects using the formula 0.6A + 0.2B + 0.1C + 0.1D.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity suits firms that maintain and repair traffic management systems and can staff crews, vehicles, equipment, and materials to perform work safely across the District’s sites.
The stated qualifications include IMSA Traffic Signal Field Tech Level II, IMSA Traffic Signal Inspector, FDOT Intermediate TTC certification, and FDOT Prequalification Work Classes.
How to access and submit the bid
Click “View the original posting” to open the solicitation on the agency’s PlanetBids portal. The scope, dates, and document list are public. PlanetBids may ask you to complete a “confirm you are human” check before the page loads.
To download documents, receive addenda, and submit electronically, register a free PlanetBids vendor account with the agency. Review the solicitation documents and submit your bid through the portal before the deadline.
Prepare a clear, complete response
Read the full scope and bid documents, including the requirements for the four sample projects. Check how the evaluation formula applies to each project, and make sure your pricing and supporting information are consistent with the requested format.
Confirm that your firm can document the required certifications and prequalification, and that your staffing and equipment plan addresses inspections, planned maintenance, emergency repairs, and directed improvements. Check PlanetBids for addenda before submitting and leave time to complete the electronic submission.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Central Florida Tourism Oversight District; the original posting controls.