Dynamic Message Sign Color Retrofit

The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), District Two, has issued a single-source procurement notice for a Dynamic Message Sign Color Retrofit project across Clay County and Hialeah City. The contract, specifically targeting Daktronics, Inc., aims to retrofit 24 existing Dynamic Message Signs (DMS) with full color retrofit kits to replace internal components nearing end of life. The procurement will utilize an FDOT Traffic Engineering Research Lab approved product and vendor, with a proposed contract term of four years. The project's key objective is to upgrade existing signage infrastructure cost-effectively, avoiding complete sign replacement by using retrofit kits that can operate within existing housing without structural modifications. The solicitation was posted on September 16, 2025, with the final date for information receipt set for October 7, 2025. The procurement seeks to implement internal component upgrades that will enhance the functionality and visual performance of current dynamic messaging systems without extensive structural intervention.

The procurement appears to be a non-restricted opportunity with no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises mentioned in the documentation. Daktronics, Inc. is identified as the sole vendor on the Department's Approved Products List for this service, effectively eliminating competitive bidding for this specific retrofit project. The total estimated contract value is $2,035,200.00, with significant cost savings projected compared to full sign replacement. The retrofit approach is estimated to save approximately $130,000, avoiding new DMS board installations that would cost around $180,000 per location and require an additional $30,000 for old sign disposal. The contract leverages existing infrastructure by using retrofit kits that can be installed within current sign housings, minimizing disruption and additional capital expenditures. The procurement represents a strategic technology upgrade for FDOT's traffic information systems, focusing on efficiency and cost-effectiveness in maintaining critical transportation communication infrastructure.