DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY

CHRIS CHRISTIE
Governor

DIVISION OF PURCHASE AND PROPERTY

PURCHASE BUREAU

P.O. BOX 230

TRENTON, NJ 08625-0230

KIM GUADAGNO
Lt. Governor

ANDREW P. SIDAMON-ERISTOFF
State Treasurer

November 17, 2011

To: All Interested Bidders

Re: RFP # 12-X-22262

TRAFFIC MONITORING SYSTEMS,
Purchase, Maintenance, Installation
Original Bid Due Date: November 30, 2011 (2:00 p.m.)

REVISED BID OPENING DATE IS DECEMBER 20, 2011

ADDENDUM #01

The following constitutes Addendum #01 to the above referenced solicitation. This addendum is divided into
the following parts:
Part 1: Answers to questions.
Part 2: Additions, deletions, clarifications and modifications to the RFP
It is the bidders responsibility to ensure that all changes are incorporated into the original RFP.
All other instructions, terms and conditions of the RFP shall remain the same.

New Jersey Is an Equal Opportunity Employer Printed on Recycled and Recyclable Paper

PART 1
RFP # 12-X-22262
TRAFFIC MONITORING SYSTEMS,
Purchase, Maintenance, Installation
Answers to Questions
Note: Some of the questions have been paraphrased in the interest of readability and clarity. Each question
is referenced by the appropriate RFP page number(s) and section where applicable.
#

Page #

23

RFP Section
Reference
3.6.1

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3.6.1

23-26

3.6.1- 3.6.10

24

3.7

24

3.7

24

3.7

Is the DOT considering equipment into

this contract such as boom trucks, etc.?

15&16.

3.2

For surge protection is there a

particular specification?

24

3.7

What is considered an emergency for

response time?

24

3.7

How often does an emergency situation

occur currently?

Question
Is there a preference for the type of
data base to supply inventory and
condition for price line 00001?
Is there an inventory on hand at NJDOT
for parts to be supplied within the
cabinets?
In preparing the site reports will bidder
be able to bill for preparing the report?

Does the contract utilize Blue book

values?
Is this then a time and material contract
for price line 00002?

Answer
NJDOT will work with the
contractor for whichever type file
is submitted, a flat file (excel,
access) is acceptable.
NO, NJDOT does not maintain
any parts inventory
Yes, all labor hours must be
documented to the NJDOT and
they will allow up to 1 hour to
prepare the inspection report.
NO.
Yes, the hourly bid price on price
line 00002 will be used for labor
only. Price line 00007 will be
used to pay price percentage
markup / disc for parts only.
No, this contract will not require
any heavy construction
equipment, contractor is only
responsible for what is in the
cabinet.
Telephone surge protectors are
acceptable and must comply with
specifications as listed in Section
III-3 of the WIM specifications and
Section IV-1 WIM Controller
Cabinet.
NJDOT considers it an
emergency situation when an
electronic problem exists and
NJDOT cannot connect to the
system. If it is a telephone
problem, that is not an
emergency situation and NJDOT
will repair.
Estimated 1 2 times per year.

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10

24

RFP Section
Reference
3.7

11

24

3.8

Is the calibration of sites for price line

00004 done consecutively? One right
after the other.

12

24

3.8

Does price for price line 00004 include

calibration/ truck / and manpower?

13

25

3.9

How do bidders bid price line 00005?

14

26

3.10

Is there Attachment for Level C Testing

for calibration?

15

26

3.11

Where is the parts list for price line

00007?

16

26

3.11

Is this a minimum price list ?

17

26

3.11

What type of price is required for price

line 00007

18

26

3.11

19

26

3.13

Is there a 3 year warranty on

everything, parts and labor?
Price line 00008 is there a particular
brand of surge protector and it there
any battery backup required?

Question
Does the 48 hr response time include
weekends and holidays?

Answer
No, All response times including
the normal seven (7) day repair
will be based on standard
workdays. Mon. Fri. (except
holidays)
NJDOT will advise a schedule,
The Federal Government which
funds this project requires yearly
calibrations and each station can
take a full day or more. (this is
normally done on weekends)
Yes, the hourly bid price is for an
all inclusive price to include
calibration, truck and manpower.
Price line 00005 is revised to be
an all inclusive hourly rate for a
technician to replace or
upgrade electronic equipment
that is old or damaged beyond
economical repair.
An additional price line for the
parts needed for the upgrade
per Section 3.9 will be created
for net pass thru.
DO Not LEAVE Price line 00005
blank as discussed at the prebid conference.
No. It is included below as a
clarification; it is a basic pass/fail
report.
It is included on the price sheet
listing under price line 00007.
However it will be revised as per
the NJDOT as shown below.
The list price will not include any
items in the roadway only what is
in the cabinet. For the TMSWeight in Motion part list is from
IRD. For the TMS Volume System
parts list is from PEEK as listed
below.
The bidder must provide a single
percentage of markup or discount
for the provided price list. ONLY
one type percentage is permitted
bidder may not offer a
percentage for PEEK and a
separate percentage for IRD.
Yes, the bidder must agree to a 3
year warranty on all items.
Standard surge protection is
required Batteries are lawn
mower type.

Page #

RFP Section
Reference

Question

Answer

20
21

33

5.11

Is there any bid security?

There is a reference to prevailing wage
is this a prevailing wage contract?

No.
Presume that this is not a
prevailing wage contract at this
point a determination is pending
from the Dept. of Labor and will
be clarified at a later.

22

33

5.12

Is Public Works Registration required?

23

26

3.13

Is price line 00008 a percentage based

price line

Pending the Dept of Labor

determination for prevailing wage.
Yes, the same as price line 00007
except bidder must provide actual
invoice (less than $200.00)
Bidder must provide a 3 year
warranty as stated in the
specification standards (see form
below.
NO.

24

see below

25

What Is Warranty? length of time

listed?

After initial 3 year term of the contract is

there a CPI increase available?

PART 2
RFP # 12-X-22262
TRAFFIC MONITORING SYSTEMS,
Purchase, Maintenance, Installation
Additions, Deletions, Clarifications and Modifications to the RFP

Page #

RFP Section
Reference

Additions, Deletions, Clarifications and Modifications

The Parts Price list as referenced in Section 3.11 will consist of all parts as listed
below.

The Testing Procedure to do Level C Performance Testing per price line 00006
for WIM and TVS can be found at the following link:
http://www.state.nj.us/transportation/eng/elec/ITS/testing.shtm and was also
handed out at the pre-bid conference to all attendees.
704.03.08-Weigh in Motion System (WIMS)
- WIMS-Weigh in Motion System-Level C (150k)

704.03.09-Traffic Volume System (TVS)

- - TVS-Traffic Volume System-Level C (145k)
In addition, material specification for WIM and TVS can be found on the
website at :
http://www.state.nj.us/transportation/eng/elec/ITS/itsenglishjuly2001/
http://www.state.nj.us/transportation/eng/elec/ITS/itsenglishjuly2001/pdf/tvs.pdf
http://www.state.nj.us/transportation/eng/elec/ITS/itsenglishjuly2001/pdf/wims.
pdf
3

Bidders must certify as per the attached that they will commit to a 3 year warranty

Page #

RFP Section
Reference

Additions, Deletions, Clarifications and Modifications

on all parts and labor.
A Listing of Attendee to the Mandatory Pre Bid are listed below.
Bidder must provide listing of qualified technicians / years of service/ certifications

4
5

Description Published Price List PEEK

ADR 2000+ ORT

Base Unit
$1,758.00

Note: Base Unit includes case, lock,

display, battery and mother board.
Maximum 4 RT & 3 sensor boards.

ADR 3000-10

Base Unit
$2,043.00

ADR 3000-19

Base Unit
$2,237.00

Note: Base Unit includes rack, cpu,

cpu mother board
Sensor mother board & 1 comm port.
19 rack will support 3 sensor mother
boards with a maximum of 8 sensor
boards.
Note: Base Unit includes rack, cpu,
cpu mother board sensor mother board
& 1 comm port 19

ADR Accessories
2000/3000 8 Loop Module
2000/3000 8 Piezo Module

$ 618.00

2000/3000 LPM 33 Modem

w/Transformer
2000 Computer Serial Cable

$ 950.00

2000 110AC Adaptor charger

$ 71.00

2000 Battery

$ 38.00

2000 Serial Y Cable

$ 57.00

2000 Modem Cable

$ 48.00

3000 Computer Serial Cable

$ 52.00

3000 110V/12VDC Power Option

$ 333.00

3000 Modem Cable

$ 52.00

3000 Computer Serial Cable

$ 52.00

$ 475.00

$ 48.00

IRD PRICE LIST for Parts

IRD Price List 1068i/iSINC WIM

IRD Standard Terms and Conditions Apply (Prices include 3 Year Warranty).
March 2011
CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE
This information on the attached sheet(s) is considered trade secret, confidential and/or
proprietary by International Road Dynamics Inc. (IRD). Any use, disclosure or
reproduction of these documents by anyone other than the addressee is prohibited. If
this Fax has been received by anyone other than the addressee, please call the number
listed above immediately to arrange for the documents to be returned.
IRD MODEL 1068i SERIES PERMANENT WIM ELECTRONICS
The IRD Model 1068i series or iSINC WIM
(Intelligent Systems Interface and Network Controller Weigh-In-Motion) Electronics is
the next generation of our popular 1060 series systems product line. The iSINC
Electronics is IRDs central processor and control platform for systems in the CVO,
Data Collection and Safety. It boasts all the features currently available within the
existing series as well as hardened electronics to accommodate temperature And
environmental extremes, modularity and convenience for easy upgrade, and powerful
multitasking software for improved speed and performance. The iSINC WIM Electronics
is driven by a powerful LINUX Operating System, which allows the flexibility to
accommodate advanced algorithms and new sensor arrays now and in the future.
The iSINC utilizes an industrial communications network architecture (Control Area
Network CAN Bus) allowing for the maximum use of third party interface and
communications components.
For our Data Collection market, we have developed our 1068iDC/iSINC Lite Data
Collection System. 20 standard product offerings are available to choose from. These
product offerings include the iSINC Lite chassis, WIM processor, electronics interfaces
and termination modules, battery back-up capable power supply, and associated
cabling. If you require a system with a sensor configuration that is not listed within
these standard product offerings, please contact IRD for a quotation.
For our Commercial Vehicle Operations (CVO) market and other advanced
applications, custom packages can be purchased from our 1068iCVO/iSINC product
line that include the iSINC chassis, WIM processor, electronics interfaces, associated
termination panels, AC and DC power distribution panels, and a variety of controller
cabinets and/or rack systems including the 334 and 336 cabinet styles.
To receive further information on these packages, please contact IRD for details and
price quotations.
INTERNATIONAL ROAD DYNAMICS INC.
702 - 43rd Street East Saskatoon, SK CANADA S7K 3T9
Phone: (306) 653-6600 Fax: (306) 242-5599
Toll Free: 1-877-747-3487
www.irdinc.com product.info@irdinc.com

IRD Price List 1068i/iSINC WIM

IRD Standard Terms and Conditions Apply (Prices include 3 Year Warranty).
March 2011
CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE
This information on the attached sheet(s) is considered trade secret, confidential and/or
proprietary by International Road Dynamics Inc. (IRD). Any use, disclosure or
reproduction of these documents by anyone other than the addressee is prohibited. If
this Fax has been received by anyone other than the addressee, please call the number
listed above immediately to arrange for the documents to be returned.
1068iDC/iSINC Lite Data Collection System Electronics
The chassis of our 1068iDC/iSINC Lite WIM Electronics can hold numerous
configurations of interface cards. The benefit of this system is that each WIM
Electronics is standard with the exception of the specific Interface kits, which are
selected to suite the requirements of your individual site. This allows for easy
configuration, upgrades, and maintenance now and in the future!
The 20 standard offerings below include the iSINC Lite packaging, power supply, and
associated cabling.
Please follow steps 1-10 to build your own 1068i WIM System Electronics for your
application, or to order service parts please identify specific materials required.
If you require assistance, you can reach a technical representative that can assist
you by calling our Engineering Service and Support Group at 1-877-444-4473.
Step 1 Select Base WIM System Electronics which includes Power Supply
Model
Description
$ US
# 100653-01 1068iDC/iSINC Lite base 4 Loop / 4 Piezo ......................... $ 11,532
# 100653-02 1068iDC/iSINC Lite base 8 Loop / 8 Piezo ......................... $ 12,654
# 100653-03 1068iDC/iSINC Lite base 12 Loop / 12 Piezo ..................... $ 13,777
# 100653-04 1068iDC/iSINC Lite base 16 Loop / 16 Piezo ..................... $ 14,899
# 100653-05 1068iDC/iSINC Lite base 4 Loop / 4 Scale ......................... $ 12,371
# 100653-06 1068iDC/iSINC Lite base 8 Loop / 8 Scale ......................... $ 14,332
# 100653-07 1068iDC/iSINC Lite base 12 Loop / 12 Scale ..................... $ 16,293
# 100653-08 1068iDC/iSINC Lite base 16 Loop / 16 Scale ..................... $ 18,254
# 100653-09 1068iDC/iSINC Lite base 4 Loop / 4 Scale / 4 Piezo .......... $ 13,010
# 100653-10 1068iDC/iSINC Lite base 8 Loop / 4 Scale / 4 Piezo ......... $ 13,493
# 100653-11 1068iDC/iSINC Lite base 8 Loop / 8 Scale / 4 Piezo ......... $ 14,971
# 100653-12 1068iDC/iSINC Lite base 8 Loop / 4 Scale / 8 Piezo .......... $ 14,232
# 100653-13 1068iDC/iSINC Lite base 12 Loop / 4 Scale / 4 Piezo ........ $ 14,716
# 100653-14 1068iDC/iSINC Lite base 12 Loop / 8 Scale / 4 Piezo ........ $ 15,454
# 100653-15 1068iDC/iSINC Lite base 4 Loop / 4 Kistler ........................ $ 12,371
# 100653-16 1068iDC/iSINC Lite base 8 Loop / 12 Kistler ...................... $ 15,312
# 100653-17 1068iDC/iSINC Lite base 12 Loop / 12 Kistler .................... $ 16,293
INTERNATIONAL ROAD DYNAMICS INC.
702 - 43rd Street East Saskatoon, SK CANADA S7K 3T9

Phone: (306) 653-6600 Fax: (306) 242-5599

Toll Free: 1-877-747-3487
www.irdinc.com product.info@irdinc.com

IRD Price List 1068i/iSINC WIM

IRD Standard Terms and Conditions Apply (Prices include 3 Year Warranty).
March 2011
CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE
This information on the attached sheet(s) is considered trade secret, confidential and/or
proprietary by International Road Dynamics Inc. (IRD). Any use, disclosure or
reproduction of these documents by anyone other than the addressee is prohibited. If
this Fax has been received by anyone other than the addressee, please call the number
listed above immediately to arrange for the documents to be returned.
# 100653-18 1068iDC/iSINC Lite base 8 Loop / 16 Kistler ...................... $ 17,273
# 100653-19 1068iDC/iSINC Lite base 16 Loop / 16 Kistler .................... $ 18,254
# 100653-20 1068iDC/iSINC Lite base 8 Loop / 8 Kistler ........................ $ 14,701
A trade in discount of $1,500 may be applied for trades of 1060 series units to iSINC
units. Please contact your IRD representative for further information
Step 2 Add the appropriate Power Interconnect
Depending on the country that the WIM is to be supplied, please select the appropriate
Power Interconnect (For North America always select # 620001).
# 620001 North America - AC Power Cord NEMA 5-15P IEC 3205-7 .............. $ 10
For all other countries you will need to purchase the country specific power cable to
plug into the IRD supplied IEC 320M (C14) Power Connector.
Step 3 Add 8 hour Battery Back-up
Batteries for Battery Backup are available in 100 AH increments. Typically a 100 AH
Battery will provide operation of the iSINC Lite WIM for a minimum 8 hours based upon
our standard configurations. If additional Battery Backup time is required, please add
additional Battery Package with the appropriate cabling (depending upon placement).
8 hour Battery Backup & Associated Cabling:
# 170780-01 Cable Battery Backup 14 AWG 3/8 Ring to Ferrule ..................... $ 39
# 293036 Battery Absorbed Glass Matt 105 AH 12 Volt ................................. $ 306
Additional Battery Package with 30 inch Cabling:
# 170737-01 Cable Battery BLK 4 AWG 3/8 Ring Terminal (30 inch)................ $ 24
# 170737-02 Cable Battery RED 4 AWG 3/8 Ring Terminal (30 inch) ............... $ 24
# 293036 Battery Absorbed Glass Matt 105 AH 12 Volt ................................. $ 306
Additional Battery Package with 12 inch Cabling:
# 170737-03 Cable Battery BLK 4 AWG 3/8 Ring Terminal (12 inch)................ $ 20
# 170737-04 Cable Battery RED 4 AWG 3/8 Ring Terminal (12 inch) ............... $ 20

# 293036 Battery Absorbed Glass Matt 105 AH 12 Volt .................................

INTERNATIONAL ROAD DYNAMICS INC.
702 - 43rd Street East Saskatoon, SK CANADA S7K 3T9
Phone: (306) 653-6600 Fax: (306) 242-5599
Toll Free: 1-877-747-3487
www.irdinc.com product.info@irdinc.com

$ 306

IRD Price List 1068i/iSINC WIM

IRD Standard Terms and Conditions Apply (Prices include 3 Year Warranty).
March 2011
Step 4 Add Optional Ethernet Cable or Additional Communications Cables
The iSINC unit provides a number of options in the way of interface. The system can be
accessed via laptop computer through the COM Port or the Ethernet Port. The system
can also be accessed with a modem or through an internet connection. One (1)
Communications Port Internet Cable #620073 and two (2) Communications Straight
Cables # 620275 are provided with the base unit. To order the optional Ethernet Cable
# 620095 or additional Communication cabling please add the appropriate part
numbers identified below.
Additional Communications Port Cable To connect Laptop to iSINC via COM Port
# 620073 Cable RS232 Null DTE-DTE DE9S-DE9S 6 Shielded ...................... $ 10
Optional RJ45 Ethernet Cable To connect Laptop or Internet to iSINC via RJ45
# 620095 Cable Modular 6 RJ45 ....................................................................... $ 11
Additional Communications Straight Cable To connect modem to iSINC via COM Port
# 620275 Cable RJ45-DE9P Straight Cable ...................................................... $ 50
Step 5 Add Optional Industrial Modem (For iSINC to Telephone Service Only)
An Industrial Modem was selected for use with the iSINC Lite System. The rugged
packaging and protected circuitry keep the Industrial Modem working under extreme
environmental conditions.
# 642050 Modem Industrial Sixnet 33.6K 12/24 Volt DC ................................. $ 617
Step 6 Add Optional Network Remote Reset Switch (For iSINC to Internet Only)
The Network Remote Reset Switch allows the user the flexibility of cycling power to the
iSINC unit or other ITS devices via the internet without making a site visit in cases were
a complete cold restart is required. This can be used to minimize downtime and
eliminate costly on-site service calls. Typically not used with the battery backup option.
# 643085 Network Remote Reset Switch8 outlet IP/RS232/Modem ............... $ 517
Please note that this device is to be used for systems with internet access network
connection only. This device is typically not used with the battery backup option.
INTERNATIONAL ROAD DYNAMICS INC.
702 - 43rd Street East Saskatoon, SK CANADA S7K 3T9
Phone: (306) 653-6600 Fax: (306) 242-5599
Toll Free: 1-877-747-3487

www.irdinc.com product.info@irdinc.com

IRD Price List 1068i/iSINC WIM

IRD Standard Terms and Conditions Apply (Prices include 3 Year Warranty).
March 2011
1068iCVO/iSINC Commercial Vehicle Operations and Advanced
Applications System Electronics
Contact IRD for Information and Pricing of Systems. CVO Systems are typically Rack
Mount or CA style systems. CVO Systems typically start with an irdpn # 102031
Service Parts

iSINC System General Service Parts

Model
Description
$ US
# 195175 DIOM (Digital Input / Output Module) 8 Channels ...................... $ 1,094
# 195176 SCM (Serial Control Module) Serial Device I/F Card .....................$600
# 195194 SBM (Serial Bridge Module) Serial Bridging I/F Card ...................$ 600
# 195210 SSM (Scale Sensor Module) 4 Channels ...................................... $ 961
# 195211 PSM (Piezo Sensor Module) 4 Channels ...................................... $ 861
# 195212 KSM (Kistler Sensor Module) 4 Channels .................................. $ 1,094
# 195242 LSM (Loop Sensor Module) 4 Channels ....................................... $ 988
# 170695-01 In-Road Temperature Sensor 100 ft Lead ............................... $ 264
# 170695-02 In-Road Temperature Sensor 200 ft Lead ............................... $ 346
# 170695-03 In- Road Temperature Sensor 300 ft Lead .............................. $ 442
# 195205 3U 4HP Blank Faceplate Panel .......................................................... $ 51
# 195204 3U 6HP Blank Faceplate Panel .......................................................... $ 53
# 190582 W3 (WIM Control Unit-3) Controller/Processor Card ................. $ 2,874
# 190621 Virtual Weigh Station Server Card ............................................... $14,002
1068iDC/iSINC Lite Specific Service Parts
Model
Description
$ US
# 195248-01 SIOM (Signal Input / Output Module) 9 Channels .................... $ 991
# 292110 Power Supply Battery Back-up Capable (Power Supply Only)......$ 323
# 170769 Adapter 4 Piezo 1068 to 1068iSINC DC .......................................... $ 132
# 170768 Adapter 8 Loop 1068 to 1068iSINC DC ........................................... $ 313
INTERNATIONAL ROAD DYNAMICS INC.
702 - 43rd Street East Saskatoon, SK CANADA S7K 3T9
Phone: (306) 653-6600 Fax: (306) 242-5599
Toll Free: 1-877-747-3487
www.irdinc.com product.info@irdinc.com

IRD Price List 1068i/iSINC WIM

IRD Standard Terms and Conditions Apply (Prices include 3 Year Warranty).
March 2011

1068iCVO/iSINC Specific Service Parts

Model
Description
$ US
# 170648-01 Twist Ribbon Cable 19.7" ........................................................... $ 33
# 170648-02 Twist Ribbon Cable 39.4" ........................................................... $ 40
# 190475 AC 120V Distribution Panel ............................................................. $ 458
# 190479 DC +12V Distribution Panel .........................................................
$ 1,270
# 190480-01 Battery Backup Panel for 120V AC System ................................ $ 977
# 190480-02 Battery Backup Panel for 230V AC System .............................. $ 1014
# 581044 Rack Mount Shelf 19 100lb Capacity (for one battery) ................... $ 204
# 190502 Solar Charger Assembly DC +12V/20A ......................................
$ 1022
# 581039 Rack Mount Shelf 19 450lb Capacity (for two batteries) ................. $ 276
# 195200 33K Industrial Modem with Surge Protection and Panel ............... $ 1,083
# 581034 Shelf for 334 Style Cabinet .............................................................. $ 444
# 195222-03 Signal Panel ................................................................................ $ 489
# 583021 Cabinet 336 46x24x20 Pad/Pole Mount w Fan Assembly ............ $ 3,662
# 583022 Cabinet 334 67x24x30 Pad/Pole Mount w Fan Assembly ............ $ 4,432
For additional Weigh Station Materials information, please contact IRD
Legacy Service Parts 2005 or Earlier
Model
Description
$ US
# 190432 AC/DC Panel 1068i Power Panel ............................................... $ 2,011
# 190431-02 Battery Backup DC Panel Power Cond ................................... $ 983
# 190436 DC Distribution Panel Power Term Blocks ................................... $ 214

Bidders Certification to agreement to provide 3 year warranty on all parts and service.

Agree ___________________________________________
Disagree__________________________________________

Name of Bidder_______________________________________________

The following Bidders have met the requirement of attending the MANDATORY Prebid Conference held November 9, 2011 at 9:30 at NJDOT in Ewing, NJ.

Digital Traffic Systems

International Road Dynamics
Applied Research Associates
Carr & Duff

David Newman
Roy Czinku
Dean Wolf
Eddie Miller

Listing of Qualified Technicians

Technician Name

# of years in field

Certifications obtained