Aluminum Sign Fabrication Materials

The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) Competitive Selection DOT16425-1 is an Indefinite Delivery Vehicle (IDV) focused on aluminum sign fabrication materials for highway infrastructure. The contract covers a comprehensive range of products including bolted extruded sign panels, sheet aluminum, aluminum composite sheets, and sign blanks. Specifically designed for highway signage, the IDV establishes minimum order quantities of $2,500 for aluminum bolted extruded sign panels and sheet aluminum, and $5,000 for aluminum sign blanks. The materials must conform to ODOT Construction & Material Specifications, with strict requirements for material cleanliness, chemical treatment, and dimensional tolerances.

Mandel Metals Inc. was awarded the contract as the prime contractor, with the IDV running from July 9, 2025, to July 31, 2027, covering the state of Ohio. The contract is a Competitive Selection type, allowing participation by political subdivisions, state universities, colleges, and state agencies through ODOT's Cooperative Purchasing Program. Delivery is Free on Board (F.O.B.) to ODOT's Sign & Signal Shops in Columbus, Ohio, with a 45-calendar day delivery window upon purchase order notification. The contract includes provisions for price adjustments based on monthly fluctuating aluminum prices, using the American Metal Market (AMM) monthly averages, ensuring pricing flexibility throughout the contract period.