LOGO/TODS Program

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is seeking a contractor to administer Montana's Motorist Information Sign Program (LOGO/TODS program), a solicitation released on November 3, 2025, with proposals due on December 1, 2025, at 2:00 PM MST. The selected contractor will assume full program administration beginning February 1, 2026, responsible for installing, maintaining, and updating signs along interstate and federal-aid primary highways to guide motorists to businesses and tourist attractions. Key deliverables include an initial field inventory, quarterly reports due on January 15, April 15, July 15, and October 15, annual progress reports, and annually updated field inventories. The contractor must develop marketing materials, business participation agreements, application forms, and sign layouts compliant with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices. Evaluation criteria include compliance with Executive Order No. 12-2016 (Equal Pay for Montana Women), which offers a five percent bonus in scoring, and mandatory requirements such as business information, qualifications documentation, client references, and a detailed cost proposal.

The procurement does not appear to have specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, but offerors must meet several compliance requirements, including certification regarding nondiscrimination against firearm entities and registration with SAM.GOV. Federal funds are involved in the project, requiring contractors to obtain a Unique Entity ID and complete Federal Form NDA889. All program costs, including sign construction, maintenance, refurbishment, replacement, and administration, will be the contractor's responsibility with no reimbursement from the State. While a specific award value is not disclosed, the contractor will generate revenue through business participation fees and must maintain a reasonable net profit. The State retains final authority on business eligibility and sign placement, and will review and potentially adjust fees and revenues annually. Technical support is available through the eMACS Help Desk, and inquiries can be directed to Michele Smith at mismith@mt.gov or +1 406-444-6033.