Portable Changeable Message Signs (PCMS) and Arrow Boards

The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) Competitive Selection DOT04125-2 is an Indefinite Delivery Vehicle (IDV) focused on procuring traffic safety equipment, specifically Portable Changeable Message Signs (PCMS) and Arrow Boards. This contract provides a comprehensive solution for traffic management and safety signage across Ohio's twelve districts and eighty-eight counties. The IDV enables state and local agencies to purchase pre-qualified traffic control equipment with standardized specifications, including various digital cellular modem options, LED lamp configurations, and highway-legal trailer requirements.

A & A Safety Inc. is the prime contractor for this IDV, which was awarded on April 18, 2024, and will remain in effect through February 28, 2026. The contract is a competitive selection type with state-wide coverage in Ohio, supporting ODOT's procurement needs for critical traffic safety infrastructure. While specific total contract value was not disclosed, the pricing breakdown indicates unit prices for PCMS ranging from $14,400 to $19,173 and Arrow Boards ranging from $4,609 to $6,100. Vendors are required to provide delivery to any ODOT location within Ohio at no additional charge, with a minimum twelve-month parts and labor warranty on all equipment.