Request for Information: Cubic Traffic Signal Controller, Signal Cabinet, Vehicle Detector & Replacement Parts

Project Description: This Request for Information (RFI) Notice of Intent to Designate Sole Brand is to determine if the specified commodity or service is available from multiple providers, or if an alternate commodity or service is available that would meet the County’s needs. This is not a request for pricing or a purchase commitment.
The following commodity or service is thought to be available only as a sole brand and is the only commodity/service that meets the County’s needs:
• The purpose of this RFI is to secure an open-ended contract for the purchase of Cubic 2070 Advanced Traffic Controller (ATC), Traffic Signal Cabinet, Vehicle Detector, proprietary replacement components and repairs. No installation services will be required in the field or on Broward County premises.
• The Cubic 2070 ATC and traffic signal cabinets are certified on the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) Approved Product List (APL). The Cubic Information Technology System (ITS) Video Image Vehicle Detection System equipment is part of the Cubic Information Technology System (ITS), Gridsmart Technologies, Vehicle Detector Video system, model GS series, certified on the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) Approved Product List (APL). All equipment shall be new and of the latest model available at time of production. All equipment shall have its own FDOT APL certification number or shall be part of an FDOT APL certification number.
Prospective Vendors are requested to provide information regarding their ability to provide the commodity or service described or written explanation or other documentation contesting the proposed RFI designation.
If you are capable of meeting or exceeding the County’s requirements for the specified commodity or service, respond to this RFI through the electronic bidding system. Vendor should upload any supporting information in the electronic bidding system as part of its response to assist the County in determining if commodity or service is comparable, is available from multiple suppliers, and meets the County’s needs. The Director of Purchasing shall have sole authority in deciding what is comparable.
The Director of Purchasing shall consider such submittals and notify all submitting vendors (thru the electronic bidding system) of the decision whether to designate as a Sole Source/Brand, which decision shall not be subject to objection, protest, or appeal.