More traffic lights are being installed in Lloydminster near a new development on 75 Ave.
Lights will be installed on 75 Ave. at 12 St. and 19 St., with work being done by Primary Engineering and Construction Corporation.
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“The project will include the installation of new traffic signals to help maximize the level of service and safety at these two intersections,” said James Rogers, senior manager, capital infrastructure.
“The scope of work will be limited to the design, construction, and commissioning of traffic signals and associated signage.”
Work is expected to take place during the upcoming fall and winter season.
“Construction for this project is anticipated to start in October and is expected to be completed by April of 2026,” said Rogers.
Coun. David Lopez asked who provides for the services for the intersection after the lights are installed.
“Can-Traffic Services Ltd. has our standing offer agreement for traffic signal maintenance,” said Rogers, noting city contracts have a two-year maintenance and warranty agreement.
“So, they will come out and do the fall and spring maintenance on these new traffic signals. At the end of the two-year warranty period, we will transition those into our general pool of traffic signals.”
Rogers also commented on the work Primary Engineering and Construction Corporation has done in the past.
“We have not worked with Primary before, but as part of the tender process, we have looked at their reference projects,” he said. “We have made some calls to see who they are and who they’ve done work for. They are a reputable company.”
Coun. Justin Vance inquired about the price as the lights going in near the Cenovus Energy Hub cost $776,795 compared to $824,862.13 for the 75 Ave. project.
“We have seen some escalation in the steel to put up the traffic signals. We’ve seen some escalations in the cameras, the type of hardware to actually build the traffic signals,” said Rogers, noting the projects are basically identical.
“We did also see a bit of a price escalation because of the time of year we’re trying to install these in preparation for the development happening in that quadrant of the city.”
Rogers also said they’re expecting minimal disruption to traffic in the area during construction.
“We’ve written it into our contract that 12 St. and 75 Ave. must maintain service at all times,” said Rogers.
Council approved a motion to award the contract to Primary Engineering and Construction Corporation in the amount of $824,862.13 with a contingency allowance of 10 per cent in the amount of $82,486.21.
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