Mobile Speed Limit Display and Traffic Data Classifier System with Solar Power Integration

The contract involves the procurement of a mobile speed limit display and traffic data classifier system designed for transportation safety and traffic management. The system features a full matrix LED display capable of showing changeable speed limit numbers, integrated with LED lighting, a solar panel, and four 6V batteries powered by a 130W solar array, ensuring sustainable operation. It includes a tall folding trailer frame that folds speed limit signs and solar panels for ease of travel, along with a locking control box, a 2-inch ball hitch, and 26-inch LED numbers for clear visibility. The traffic data classifier component utilizes a side fire radar-based, non-intrusive Wanco Traffic Classifier System with traffic analyzer software that allows for local USB data downloads, complemented by an ICC message sign touch screen controller for creating custom messages. The system is designed to be mounted on a folding trailer measuring 36x48 inches, making it portable and suitable for various traffic management scenarios. This procurement is overseen by the Ohio Department of Transportation under solicitation number RFQ-2020-19-25-2, with a contract value estimated between $50,000 and $150,000. The contract emphasizes compliance with state regulations, including affirmations regarding offshore services and data location restrictions, especially concerning Russian entities, as outlined in the required Affirmation and Disclosure Forms. The contract aims to enhance traffic safety through dynamic speed limit displays and real-time traffic data collection, supporting Ohio's transportation infrastructure. The response deadline is October 31, 2024, and the primary point of contact is Irene McKinley. Additional documentation includes RFQs for related signage projects, addenda for fire engine bids, and bids for garage door installations, indicating a broader scope of transportation and infrastructure-related procurement activities.