SES America DMS Signs and Replacement Parts

The Missouri Department of Transportation St. Louis District has issued a Single Feasible Source solicitation, number MODOT SL 0000000086SL, for the procurement of SES America Color Dynamic Message Sign signs, replacement parts, technical support, and warranty services. This procurement is essential for the upkeep of seven MoDOT-owned signs within the St. Louis District Intelligent Transportation System, which is controlled by Advanced Transportation Management System software. SES America is identified as the sole feasible source to ensure synchronization with existing highway facilities and the long-term maintenance of the boards over their approximately 15-year effective life. The contract is structured as a Blanket Purchase Agreement with an initial period of performance from October 1, 2026, to September 30, 2027, and includes options for two additional one-year renewals. The award will be based on the lowest and best bid that complies with all mandatory specifications, vendor responsibility, and Missouri statutes. Key requirements include compliance with the Domestic Products Procurement Act, with a 10 percent preference given to U.S. manufactured goods, and certification under the Anti-Discrimination Against Israel Act for eligible companies. Bidders must submit their responses and pricing via the MissouriBUYS portal by September 30, 2026. MoDOT retains the right to inspect all deliverables and reject any items that are defective or do not conform to specifications. Payments for services and equipment will be made in arrears, and the contractor is required to provide full indemnification to the agency.