Systemwide Dynamic Message Sign (DMS) Replacement

The State of Illinois Toll Highway Authority (THA) is requesting bids for systemwide Dynamic Message Sign (DMS) replacement, including excavation, grading, traffic control, and site preparation, under IFB 27-557THA-ENGCO-B-53194, with responses due August 21, 2026 at 2:30 p.m. The procurement carries DBE participation goals of 14 percent and VOSB participation goals of 3 percent; this is not a small-business set-aside.

The scope encompasses 54 line items addressing DMS replacement and associated infrastructure work. Line items include soil disposal analysis, temporary traffic barrier terminals, impact attenuators, selective clearing, and regulated substances monitoring and field screening. Quantities range from 1 to 5 units per item. Electronic submission is required; paper responses will not be accepted per CPO Notice 2023.12.

An optional pre-bid meeting will be held via Microsoft Teams on July 22, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Questions may be directed to 4599D.9310_Questions@docs.e-builder.net or Vanessa Ramos at vramos@getipass.com. An amendment issued July 24, 2026 added the VOSB Goal Facilitation Form and vendor instructions.

Required bid attachments include a bid bond, vendor disclosure forms (v.25.1 or IPG Active Registered Vendor Disclosure v.26.1), DBE Utilization Plans, and VOSB Utilization Plans. The contract administrator is located in Lisle, Illinois. Billing inquiries should be directed to financeinvoices@getipass.com. The solicitation was made available July 13, 2026.