HM4-TMS EMS Sign Replacement Project (03-3G720)

The California Department of Transportation Caltrans District 3 is initiating the HM4-TMS EMS Sign Replacement Project 03-3G720 to address chronic electrical failures and reliability issues with Extinguishable Message Signs EMS. The project involves replacing or upgrading non-functional signs and associated components across El Dorado, Nevada, Placer, Sacramento, and Sutter counties to ensure consistent operational performance and reduce long-term maintenance demands. This effort is currently classified as a forecast with a posting date of August 11, 2025, and falls under NAICS code 237310. The project is designated as a Class 1(c) categorical exemption under the California Environmental Quality Act CEQA, indicating that no significant environmental impact is expected. Alam Mangat, an Environmental Scientist, serves as the primary agency contact. While the scope focuses on restoring the functionality of the highway network's message visibility, the provided documentation does not specify a contract value, period of performance, or detailed evaluation criteria for award. Administrative oversight is managed through Caltrans District 3 in Marysville and the Office of Planning and Research in Sacramento.