Protection Vehicle Operator Services

The contract seeks qualified subcontractors to provide trained operators for protection vehicles tasked with safeguarding work zones on Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (MDOT SHA) roadways. These operators must strictly adhere to the Maryland Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MdMUTCD) and all applicable SHA specifications to ensure the safety of workers, the public, and equipment during road construction and maintenance activities. The services are designated for District 5 and fall under NAICS code 488210, which covers support activities for road transportation, emphasizing the specialized nature of mobile traffic control services. All proposals must be submitted by the deadline of August 6, 2026, and the contract is structured as a subcontract under the Maryland Department of Transportation. There is no set-aside designation specified, meaning the opportunity is open to all eligible providers without preference based on business size or ownership characteristics. Operations will require certified personnel capable of deploying and operating protection vehicles in compliance with state traffic control standards, with performance expected to maintain the highest levels of safety and regulatory alignment across all assigned work zones in District 5.