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Consider a memorandum/resolution awarding Bid No. 26-18, Traffic Signal Infrastructure Upgrade, to Austin Traffic Signal Construction Co., LLC, in the amount of $646,001.50.
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DATE: April 21, 2026
TO: Kent Cagle, City Manager
FROM: Chris Noll, Interim Director of Public Works
SUBJECT: Authorize the award of Bid No. 26-18, Traffic Signal Infrastructure Upgrade, to Austin Traffic Signal Construction Co., LLC
BACKGROUND AND FINDINGS:
The City’s Transportation Division maintains eleven span wire intersections. Ten need upgrades, as they have span wire and heads that are fraying, cracking, and dry rotted. Many of the signals and components are 30+ years old and some do not have vehicle detection cameras for efficient traffic flow and communication to the Traffic Management Center (TMC). Four of the intersections were approved for upgrades in the fiscal year (FY) 2026 budget.
Bid No. 26-18, Traffic Signal Infrastructure Upgrade was released for advertisement on January 26, 2026; with a mandatory pre-proposal meeting on February 11, 2026. Purchasing received one response to the bid from Austin Traffic Signal Construction Co., LLC, on February 25, 2026. Austin Traffic Signal was the only vendor to attend the mandatory pre-proposal meeting as well.
Austin Traffic Signal, which is headquartered in Pflugerville, specializes in traffic signals, illumination, Intelligent Transportation Systems, and heavy highway signs and structures. Austin Traffic Signal was founded in 1980 and has done work for many cities, such as the Cities of Round Rock and Temple, as well as the Texas Department of Transportation.
Upgrades to the span wire intersections and installation of vehicle detection cameras allows the system to communicate with the TMC, and meet mandates set by the Federal Highway Administration, National Electrical Code, and Texas Manual of Uniformed Traffic Control Devices.
THE ALTERNATIVES CONSIDERED:
N/A
Which alternative is recommended? Why?
N/A
CONFORMITY TO CITY POLICY:
This item conforms to City Policy and state and local laws.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
What is the amount of the revenue/expenditure in the current fiscal year? For future years?
Expenditures in the amount of $646,001.50 in FY 2026. Future year expenditures will be based on the approved budget.
Is this a one-time or recurring revenue/expenditure?
The payment for services rendered will occur on an individual basis under the terms of the contract as project locations are completed.
Is this revenue/expenditure budgeted?
Yes, funds are available in the following accounts: CIP Fund - Public Works Department account 300-56435-900-400-926009.
If not, where will the money come from?
N/A
Is there a sufficient amount in the budgeted line-item for this revenue/expenditure?
Yes
RECOMMENDATION:
City Staff recommends that City Council authorize the award of Bid No. 26-18, Traffic Signal Infrastructure Upgrade, to Austin Traffic Signal Construction Co., LLC., and authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to execute a Letter of Agreement in the amount of $646,001.50, and furthermore authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to execute any and all amendments/change orders within the amounts set by State and Local law.
DEPARTMENTAL CLEARANCES:
Public Works
Purchasing
Finance
Legal
ATTACHED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
Agreement
Certificate of Interested Parties
Certificate of Insurance
Presentation