PRE-QUALIFICATION SCHEME
TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT SERVICES
(Contractor)
GROUP
Categories and levels
Eligibility Criteria
Contract Services Department
60 Denmark Street KEW 3101
www.vicroads.vic.gov.au
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TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT SERVICES GROUP
Category
Traffic Data Collection
Levels
Abbrev
Curve studies
CCS
Eligibility
Criteria Page
3
Classification Counts
CCC
3
Travel Time Counts
CTT
4
Turning Movements
CTM
4
Observational Surveys
COS
4
Speed Surveys
CSS
4
Traffic Control
Communications
SCTV
5
Systems Installation &
Traffic Control Equipment
STCE
6
Maintenance
Traffic Signals Installation
STS1
6
Traffic Signals Maintenance
(also STS1 by default)
Vehicle Detection Loops
STS2
6
SVDL
7
Supply of On-road Electronic Devices
SOED
7
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Group:
TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT SERVICES (Contract)
Category:
TRAFFIC DATA COLLECTION
This category of pre-qualification includes six levels that reflect the capability and capacity of
companies required to undertake traffic data collection projects.
Vehicle counts may involve a number of sites that are part of a section of road network. The
verification of data may include traffic flows between intersections and/or across lanes,
directional split, directional flows, sample size, format, and summary results report.
All pre-qualified contractors in this category will be required to participate in regular reviews
of performance in relation to the performance assessment criteria for traffic data collection.
Standard Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible a Company must demonstrate:
a) Personnel
• Experienced in the area of competency described for the pre-qualification level;
• Availability of experienced Works Supervisors;
• Capability to manage data collection surveys sometimes of a complex nature.
b) Company
• Previous relevant experience and satisfactory performance in the area of competency
described in the pre-qualification level and as otherwise specified;
• evidence that the company is registered as an employer for the purposes of the Accident
Compensation Act 1985;
• understanding of the VicRoads - RIS Department survey requirements;
• the ability to provide summaries of the statistics collected for each survey;
• possession of office hardware and software for analysis and supply of results;
• the ability to provide data in an electronic format as defined in the technical specification;
• ability to provide accurate, validated data for surveys conducted;
• possession of adequate validation procedures for all survey levels;
• possession of adequate field equipment to perform surveys
• capability to prepare and implement traffic management plans;
• Quality and OH&S management systems certified as meeting VicRoads requirements.
Levels:
Curve Studies (CCS)
Area of Competency
This level of pre-qualification is required for a Company to undertake curve studies.
To be eligible a Company must demonstrate:
The standard eligibility criteria as above.
Classification Counts (CCC)
Area of Competency
This level of pre-qualification is required for a Company to undertake total traffic volume
counts and vehicle speed and length classification counts, broken down by direction and
lane using portable counting equipment. The data collection periods typically covers 1 to 2
weeks of continuous recording. Automatic vehicle classification may involve a series of
linked sites counted by lane and direction involving collection and verification of data to meet
the requirements of a specification.
To be eligible a Company must demonstrate:
• The standard eligibility criteria as above and capability to perform classification counts at
single locations/lanes and networks of multiple locations with complex layouts/lanes;
• type of counters required to conduct surveys.
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Category:
TRAFFIC DATA COLLECTION continued
Levels:
Travel Time Counts (CTT)
Area of Competency
This level of pre-qualification is required for a Company to undertake a stop line to stop line
travel time and distance recording survey and the recording of events such as delays,
queues, parked vehicles etc. Validation of data e.g. ARRB style format, distance and time
recording, node to node, provision of a node detail report, and summary results report.
To be eligible a Company must demonstrate:
• The standard eligibility criteria as above and
• ability to coordinate and manage travel time survey teams;
• ability to survey multiple routes (three+);
• capability to perform additional non-standard requirements, eg parking, kerb lane runs;
• ability to carry out accurate and reliable travel time surveys;
• use of instrumented vehicles or other electronic or manual data recording equipment.
• ability to perform floating car method of collection or
• ability to perform public transport surveys.
Turning Movements (CTM)
Area of Competency
This level of pre-qualification is required for a Company to perform turning movement counts
at either individual intersections or a network of intersections requiring turning movement
counts involving the co-ordination of data collection, and data verification.
To be eligible a Company must demonstrate:
• The standard eligibility criteria as above capability to perform turning movement counts at
single locations and networks of multiple locations with complex layouts/lanes.
Observational Surveys (COS)
Area of Competency
This level of pre-qualification is required for a Company to perform observational (manual)
surveys at either individual or a network of sites. Manual classification counts may be
required involving the co-ordination of data collection, and data verification.
To be eligible a Company must demonstrate:
• The standard eligibility criteria as above
Speed Surveys (CSS)
Area of Competency
This level of pre-qualification is required for a Company to conduct speed study surveys
involving the collection and verification of data using either laser or radar technology.
To be eligible a Company must demonstrate:
• The standard eligibility criteria as above
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Group:
TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT SERVICES (Contract)
Category:
TRAFFIC CONTROL SYSTEMS INSTALLATION &
MAINTENANCE
This category of pre-qualification incorporates works associated with the installation and
maintenance of traffic control systems including public lighting and may involve extensive
traffic management. It also incorporates the supply of on-road electronic devices.
All pre-qualified contractors in this category will be required to participate in regular reviews
of performance in relation to the performance assessment criteria for Traffic Management
Services suppliers.
Standard Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible a Company must demonstrate that:
(a) Personnel
• Experienced in the area of competency described for the pre-qualification level;
• # Engaged in carrying out communications works are licensed in accordance with
Australian Communications & Media Authority (ACMA) requirements. (# Not applicable
to the "Vehicle Detection Loops" level);
(b) the Company
• Previous relevant experience and satisfactory performance in the area of competency
described in the pre-qualification level and as otherwise specified;
• Maintain a secure, suitable size lockable depot for the purpose of storing goods and
equipment relevant to the works;
• Maintain a manned office, storage and workshop facilities in Victoria (staff of the
company and not a third party) that is serviced during business hours for the purpose of
receiving and relaying works instructions;
• * Maintain on-call at all times, supporting personnel and facilities to effect installation,
maintenance and repair works in the area of competency;
• * Operate a minimum number, as nominated by the level, of suitable vehicles that are
equipped to readily undertake regular work activities associated with the area of
competency and are fitted with flashing amber lights;
• Maintain a communication system which enables direct communication between the
company base, field personnel and VicRoads;
• Management systems (Quality, Environmental *, OH&S *) certified as meeting VicRoads
requirements;
• Evidence that the company has a Victorian WorkCover insurance policy.
* Not required for SOED level.
Note that the development and implementation of Worksite Traffic Management no
longer forms part of the Standard Eligibility Criteria for this category. Refer to Prequalification of Contractors – Worksite Traffic Management Implementation at the
level TMP and TGS. However Traffic Management Services Contractors will be
required to have a separate pre-qualification for Worksite Traffic Management, or use
Pre-qualified contractors in that category.
Levels:
Communications (SCTV)
Area of Competency:
This level of pre-qualification requires competency in the installation and maintenance works
associated with the CCTV camera network systems, CCTV transmission equipment and
CCTV Distribution & Termination Cabins.
This includes:
• communication, electrical and associated civil works; and
• video, electrical and communication conduit and cabling works.
To be eligible a Company must demonstrate:
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The standard eligibility criteria as above and:
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The availability of an electronic workshop capable of completing minor electronic
repairs;
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Maintain for the nominated work area, a minimum of two permanent full-time employees
that are licensed in accordance with Australian Communications & Media Authority
(ACMA) requirements. Such personnel shall be based at the company’s office/depot;
Ensure each of the above employees has a minimum three years (within the last six
years) relevant field experience within the area of competency; and
Operate for the nominated work area, a minimum number of two suitable vehicles.
Traffic Control Equipment (STCE)
Area of Competency:
This level of pre-qualification requires competency in the installation and maintenance works
associated with VicRoads On-Road Electrical Devices, VicRoads Incident Management
System devices including:
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Freeway Data Stations;
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Freeway Help Phones and related distribution & termination equipment;
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Drive Time (eg. Trip Condition Signs, Trip Information Signs, Freeway Condition Signs);
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Electronic Signs (eg. Ramp Control Signs, Variable Message Signs, Electronic Speed
Limit Signs, Hazard Warning Signs, Advance Warning Signs, School Speed Zones,
Passenger Information Signs);
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Ice Warning Devices;
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Vehicle Height Gauges;
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Public lighting system; and
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Related transmission equipment for Traffic Control Equipment.
This includes:
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communication, electrical and associated civil works; and
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electrical and communication conduit and cabling works.
To be eligible a Company must demonstrate:
• The standard eligibility criteria as above and
• Maintain for the nominated work area, a minimum of two permanent full-time employees
that are holders of an Electrician’s Licence. Such personnel shall be based at the
company’s office/depot;
• Ensure each of the above employees has a minimum three years (within the last six
years) relevant field experience within the area of competency;
• Operate for the nominated work area, a minimum number of two suitable vehicles.
Traffic Signals (STS1 & STS2)
Area of Competency:
This level of pre-qualification requires competency in the installation and maintenance works
associated with:
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Traffic Signals including Freeway Ramp Metering, Flashing Pedestrian Crossings,
Overhead Lane Control and Roundabout Metering Signals;
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SCATS Regional Computer Cabins;
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Multiplexer Cabinets; and
• Direct driven peripheral electronic signage.
This includes:
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communication, electrical and civil works; and
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electrical and communication conduit and cabling works.
To be eligible a Company must demonstrate:
• The standard eligibility criteria as above and:
STS1 - Installation
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Maintain for the nominated work area a minimum number of two permanent full-time
employees that are holders of an Electrician’s Licence and two permanent full time
trades’ assistants. Such personnel shall be based at the company’s office/depot;
Ensure each of the above employees has a minimum three years (within the last six
years) relevant field experience within the area of competency;
Operate for the nominated work area and/or the number of traffic signal sites, a minimum
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number two suitable vehicles.
STS2 – Maintenance (also STS1 by default)
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Maintain for the nominated work area and/or the number of traffic signal sites, a
minimum number* of permanent full-time employees that are holders of an Electrician’s
Licence. Such personnel shall be based at the company’s office/depot;
Ensure each of the above employees has a minimum three years (within the last six
years) relevant field experience within the area of competency;
Operate for the nominated work area and/or the number of traffic signal sites, a
minimum number* of suitable vehicles.
* Minimum Number
Melbourne Metropolitan Work Area - minimum number is four.
Rural Work Areas - up to 100 Traffic Signal Sites - minimum number is one plus
Backup.
Rural Work Areas - 101- 200 Traffic Signal Sites - minimum number is two.
Rural Work Areas - > 200 Traffic Signal Sites - minimum number is four.
Vehicle Detection Loops (SVDL)
Area of Competency:
This level of pre-qualification requires competency in the installation of a range of vehicle
detection loops, other in-pavement vehicle detection equipment, environmental monitoring
loops, and electronic illuminated pavement markers associated with:
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Traffic Signals;
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Freeway Data Stations;
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Ice Warning Devices; and
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Lane delineation and other road pavement marking.
This includes:
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Installation of minor communication cabling, conduit, and associated civil works.
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Installation of electronic, solar technology, illuminated pavement markers and associated
cabling, pavement cutting / coring, and sealing.
To be eligible a Company must demonstrate:
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The standard eligibility criteria as above except for items shown # and
Employ a minimum of two permanent full time employees that have relevant experience
in the area of competency. Such personnel shall be based at the company’s office/depot;
Ensure each of the above employees has a minimum three years (within the last six
years) relevant field experience within the area of competency;
Operate for the nominated work area, a minimum number* of suitable vehicles.
* Minimum Number
Melbourne Metropolitan Work Area - minimum number is two.
Rural Work Areas - minimum number is one.
Supply Of On-Road Electronic Devices (SOED)
Area of Competency:
This level of pre-qualification requires competency in the manufacture and supply of
specialist on-road electronic display, data collection or advisory equipment which is typically
used by VicRoads. The equipment may include such devices as:
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Variable Message Signs
Traveller Information Signs
Environmental warning systems
Other electronic equipment which is not subject to the VicRoads type approval process.
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The standard eligibility criteria as above except for the items shown * and
A secure storage, electronic and manufacturing factory/workshop with the capacity to
supply SOED including testing facilities
A design and development capability
An ability to supply relevant equipment that meets VicRoads' requirements
Software and programming capability
History of project completion and delivery
A minimum of one full time employee with Diploma of Electronics or equivalent.
For roadside electronic signs, evidence is required of the contractor’s capability and
experience. This may include sample signage, evidence of other installations or
VicRoads’ type approval for various sign types.
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