Consideration to approve RFB No. 2026-0159-B Vehicle Detection System Upgrade (Citywide), Project No. TP-S-00013, for the Engineering Department to Albatross Construction LLC in the amount of $8,500,000; and authorizing the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. Approved

The Engineering Department opened bids on February 19, 2026, for the Vehicle Detection System Upgrade (Citywide), Project No. TP-S-00013. The project includes replacing vehicle detection systems at 278 signalized intersections across the City of Plano.  Vehicle detection systems allow traffic signals to recognize when vehicles are present at an intersection which helps traffic signals operate more efficiently by serving traffic only when needed and reducing unnecessary delay.

The lowest responsive and responsible bid was submitted by Albatross Construction LLC in the amount of $8,500,000. A total of 4,555 vendors were notified, and seven complete bids were received, as shown on the attached bid recap.

This project will improve signal operations, reduce delays, support more reliable traffic flow, and reduce maintenance costs on detection equipment that is outdated and failing in increasing numbers.

If this project is not awarded, the City will continue relying on aging vehicle detection equipment that is becoming increasingly difficult to maintain. This may affect signal reliability, reduce the benefit of future cabinet upgrades, and require maintenance crews to continue supporting outdated systems.

Funding for this item is budgeted in the 2025-26 Street Improvement CIP and is planned for future years as well. Construction services for Vehicle Detection System Upgrade (Citywide), Project No. TP-S-00013, in the total amount of $8,500,000 will leave a balance of $1,335,855 for future expenditures.

Approval of this item will support the City's Strategic Plan Critical Success Factor of being an Excellent, Innovative, and Accountable City Government.