Power outage emergency beacon (POEB) and manual transfer switch for District Seven.

Background
The Florida Department of Transportation is issuing a contract for the procurement of Power Outage Emergency Beacons (POEB) and manual transfer switches specifically for District Seven. This initiative aims to enhance emergency preparedness and response capabilities in the event of power outages, ensuring that critical infrastructure remains operational.

Work Details
The contract involves the provision of Power Outage Emergency Beacons (POEB) and manual transfer switches. The intended award has been made to Econolite Systems, Inc. at a price of $1,345,386.03. The bid from TransCore, ITS LLC was $2,611,919.85 but was not selected. Transportation Control Systems, Inc. was deemed non-responsive per Special Condition 21 of the Invitation to Bid (ITB) package.

Period of Performance
The opening date for bids is April 23, 2025, at 11:00 AM. The posting time for the intended award is from 5:00 PM on April 29, 2025, until 5:00 PM on May 2, 2025.

Place of Performance
The contract will be performed within District Seven of the Florida Department of Transportation.

Bidder Requirements
The intended award was determined by utilizing an In-State Preference as per s.287.084 of the Florida Statutes. The awarded vendor must comply with all bid requirements including submission of required bonds and insurance.