HomeMy WebLinkAboutA026 - October 28, 2025, Regular Meeting of the Ames City CouncilITEM #:29
DATE:10-28-25
DEPT:PW
SUBJECT:2025/26 TRAFFIC SIGNAL PROGRAM
COUNCIL ACTION FORM
BACKGROUND:
The Traffic Signal Program provides for both the replacing of older traffic signals and
constructing new traffic signals in the City. This project involves the replacement of the
traffic signal at the intersection of S. Duff Ave & S. 3rd Street. The underground work for
this signal was completed in 2024 prior to the DOT's resurfacing of Highway 69.
Staff has worked with WHKS & Co. of Ames, Iowa to develop plans and specifications for
construction of the signals with a total estimated construction cost of $139,624.01. On October
22, 2025, bids for the project were received as follows:
Bidder Bid Amount
Engineer's Estimate $139,624.01
Iowa Signal $75,423.95
Van Maanen Electric $86,102.00
Baker Electric, Inc.$137,274.16
Voltmer, Inc.$151,591.00
The table below shows estimated expenses and revenues for this project:
Expenses Amount Revenues Amount
Design $ 14,300.00
Signal Poles $ 58,686.00
Signal Cabinet $ 48,247.00
Construction (this
action)$ 75,423.95
Administration $ 20,000.00
FY 25/26 Traffic Signal
Program
Road Use Tax
$280,000
Totals $ 216,656.95 $280,000
Construction is anticipated for the summer of 2026. Staff has coordinated extensively with
the adjacent properties regarding the prior construction activities in the area and will
provide additional coordination regarding 2026 construction.
ALTERNATIVES:
1. Accept the report of bids, approve final plans and specifications, and award a contract to
Iowa Signal Inc. of Grimes, Iowa, in the amount of $75,423.95.
2. Do not award the contract and direct staff to make changes to the project.
1
CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDED ACTION:
This project will complete a new traffic signal at this intersection where underground
work has already been completed. Therefore, it is the recommendation of the City Manager
that the City Council adopt Alternative No. 1, as described above.
ATTACHMENT(S):
Project Location Map - Default.pdf
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N 1 inch = 6,612 feet
Date: 4/18/2023
2025/26 Traffic Signal ProgramS. Duff Avenue & S. 3rd Street Project Location 3