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Traffic Control Services
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Definition
Summary
Traffic control services include the management of traffic related to detours, road closures, work zones, and special events. Local and regional suppliers set up and maintain customizable directional and information signs, variable message signs, cones, and barricades to safely guide traffic and pedestrians to or from designated areas. Key buyers of traffic control services include road and highway contractors, residential and nonresidential contractors, and event centers. Traffic control services ultimately aim to improve the safety and efficiency of transportation.
This Report Includes:
- Traffic Control Services
- Parking Staff for Large Events
Not in this Report:
- Air Traffic Control
- Railroad Traffic Control
Global Traffic Control Services Procurement Trends
Discover the top international trends affecting procurement in the global Traffic Control Services market.
Warning Trends
Public sector demand slumps as the government enters shutdown
- On October 1, the US federal government entered a shutdown after negotiations for a new appropriations bill failed.
- During a government shutdown, essential federal government operations, such as law enforcement, air-traffic control, and social security, persist, while nonessential operations are paused and workers involved in these operations are furloughed. Thus, the current shutdown is expected to result in 750,000 federal workers being furloughed, representing a $400 million reduction in daily expenditure by the federal government.
- This significant reduction in federal spending and operations will affect the entire US economy, weakening aggregate demand and slowing economic growth. For example, the 35-day government shutdown in Q1, 2019, reduced aggregate demand in both the public and private sectors, resulting in a 0.2% reduction in GDP growth that quarter.
- The effects of the shutdown are likely to be most acute in markets where the public sector is a major buyer segment, weakening demand and increasing average vendor risk by destabilizing important revenue streams.
- As negotiations for a new appropriations bill to reopen the government remain ongoing, ProcurementIQ will continue to monitor the situation and update this story with the latest information.
Tariffs to negatively impact the building and construction machinery sector
- The Trump Administration’s reciprocal tariffs, which apply general tariff rate increases to most countries the United States trades with, are set to take effect on August 7, after the administration finalized the national rates on August 1. As a result, leading sources of imported construction machinery face significantly higher tariff rates, including Japan (15.0%), Mexico (25.0%), South Korea (15.0%), the European Union (15.0%), the United Kingdom (10.0%), China (54.0%), and Canada (35.0%).
- The increase in tariffs on building and construction machinery imported from tariff-impacted countries will add to the price of imports, which are typically passed on to buyers in the form of higher prices. According to The Budget Lab at Yale, the additional tariffs on imports will increase overall prices for machinery and equipment by 13.3%.
- Additionally, the administration has already implemented 50.0% tariffs on all aluminum and steel imported into the United States, with the sole exception of imports from the United Kingdom. These tariffs will increase input costs even for construction machinery suppliers with domestic manufacturing operations.
- According to an April 2025 survey from Construction Equipment Magazine, around half of the respondents reported that the higher tariffs will increase operating costs by up to 15.0%, and more than half said they plan to pass those increases along to buyers.
- As many building and construction machinery brands source parts and components such as steel, engines, and electronics from foreign countries, higher tariff rates will put upward pressure on prices and lead to greater rental rates as manufacturers and dealers pass on costs. In addition, suppliers that source parts from tariff-affected regions may see supply chain disruptions as they seek alternative suppliers to mitigate tariff impacts.
Global Traffic Control Services Market - Suppliers by Region
| Country/Region | Number of Suppliers |
|---|---|
| #1 India | 15,710 |
| #2 Oceania & Southeast Asia | 10,975 |
| #3 Africa & Middle East | 7,460 |
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Average Cost of Traffic Control Services
United States
2026 Market Pricing$100.00 to $XX,XXX.XX
per event per dayAverage Price
Prices in the Traffic Control Services market range from $100.00 to $XX,XXX.XX, depending on Duration of Event, Type of Equipment and Complexity of Traffic Control. For example, lower prices are associated with Short-term projects (road repairs, small events) ($200 to $2,000 per day), whereas higher prices are associated with Long term projects (infrastructural developments, ongoing city events) ($500 to $3,000 per day).
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Traffic Control Services Category Price Trends
Pricing trends are indicated by the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) during a set period of time. For the Traffic Control Services market, prices in the US have grown 3.2% from 2022 to 2025. Subscribers can access price trend forecasts, price driver projections and forward-looking cost structure data. Learn more
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Cost Analysis - Total Cost of Ownership for Traffic Control Services
Total cost of ownership is Low in the Traffic Control Services market. The average cost of ownership differs depending on the contract but generally includes costs negotiated before the contract begins, costs billed during the contract period and unforeseen costs. For example, unforeseen costs in the form of Emergencies may raise the total cost of ownership unexpectedly.
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Buyer Power in Procurement Negotiations
In 2026, buyer power amounts to -1.8 in the United States. Buyer power is most positively impacted by Recent Developments. It is most negatively impacted by Market Share Concentration. Subscribers can access details on eight other factors that impact buyer power. Learn more
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Supply Chain Risk
The average level of supply chain risk is assessed as Medium, which has a negative impact on buyer power. The level of supply chain risk is affected by industry volatility, barriers to entry, competition, import penetration, regulation and industry financial risk. Buyers in this market can mitigate procurement and supply chain management risks by monitoring risk levels for individual first and second tier suppliers:
1st
Tier Suppliers
- Alarm, Horn, & Traffic Control Equipment Manufacturers
- Truck Dealers
- Variable Message Signage Manufacturers
2nd
Tier Suppliers
- Sign & Banner Manufacturers
- Truck & Bus Manufacturers
- Semiconductor & Circuit Manufacturers
Biggest Traffic Control Services Suppliers in the US by Revenue
The largest Traffic Control Services vendors by revenue in the US are Action Barricade LLC, Advanced Government Services Inc. and Area Wide Protective. Subscribers can sort and filter by market share concentration, profit level and other factors. Learn more
| Supplier | Operational Size | Headquarters | Number of Employees | Market Share (%) | Market Share Performance (3yr trend) | Total Revenue ($ million) | Profit Level (%) | Risk Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RoadSafe Traffic Systems Inc. | National | Romeoville, IL | 1,001-10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Action Barricade LLC | Local | Phoenix, AZ | 25-50 | < 5 | ||||
| Advanced Government Services Inc. | Local | Tacoma, WA | <25 | < 5 | ||||
| Area Wide Protective | Regional | North Canton, OH | 501-1,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Co's Traffic Control Inc. | Local | San Diego, CA | 25-50 | < 5 | ||||
| Flagger Force | Regional | Hummelstown, PA | 1,001-10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Traffic Management, Inc. | National | Long Beach, CA | 501-1,000 | < 5 | ||||
| K&D Services Inc. | Regional | Everett, WA | 251-500 | < 5 | ||||
| New England Flagger Services LLC | Regional | South Windham, CT | 51-100 | < 5 | ||||
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Profit Analysis
The average profit margin across vendors in the Traffic Control Services market is 4.8% and steady. Profit levels shift depending on suppliers' spend on wages, purchases and overhead. The highest cost component for vendors is Purchases. The cost trend for this component is falling, when considering movement between 2025 and 2026. To understand cost forecasts for 2027 and uncover the implications on profit, start your subscription. Learn more
Vendor & Supply Chain Analysis
Market share concentration is very low, indicating there are no leading vendors controlling market prices. The market features a high number of vendors, enabling buyers to shop around for the best price.
Vendor risk is moderate overall. Vendors face a high level of competition but slow regulatory change.
Supply chain risk is moderate overall. Suppliers face risk due to price volatility in equipment markets, which are necessary to perform market services.
The United States is a net importer of PVC traffic cones, meaning it imports more cones than it exports. This adds risk for buyers, as factors like currency exchange rates and trade policies can disrupt the supply of cones entering the United States.
Supplier Information
Action Barricade LLC
Action Barricade LLC is a private company operating locally in the administration, business support and waste management services sector. The company's offerings include traffic control services. Founded in 2003, the company is currently headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, United States of America with an Subscribe to learn more
Advanced Government Services Inc.
Advanced Government Services Inc. is a private company operating locally in the administration, business support and waste management services sector. The company's offerings include traffic control services. Founded in 2003, the company is currently headquartered in Tacoma, Washington, United States of America... Subscribe to learn more
Area Wide Protective
Area Wide Protective is a private company operating regionally in the administration, business support and waste management services sector. The company's offerings include traffic control services. Founded in 1992, the company is currently headquartered in North Canton, Ohio, United States of America with... Subscribe to learn more
Co's Traffic Control Inc.
Co's Traffic Control Inc. is a private company operating locally in the administration, business support and waste management services sector. The company's offerings include traffic control services. Founded in 1998, the company is currently headquartered in San Diego, California, United States of America... Subscribe to learn more
Flagger Force
Flagger Force is a private company operating regionally in the administration, business support and waste management services sector. The company's offerings include traffic control services. Founded in 2002, the company is currently headquartered in Hummelstown, Pennsylvania, United States of America with... Subscribe to learn more
K&D Services Inc.
K&D Services Inc. is a private company operating regionally in the administration, business support and waste management services sector. The company's offerings include traffic control services. Founded in 1986, the company is currently headquartered in Everett, Washington, United States of America with Subscribe to learn more
New England Flagger Services LLC
New England Flagger Services LLC is a private company operating regionally in the administration, business support and waste management services sector. The company's offerings include traffic control services. Founded in 2008, the company is currently headquartered in South Windham, Connecticut, United States... Subscribe to learn more
RoadSafe Traffic Systems Inc.
RoadSafe Traffic Systems Inc. is a private company operating nationally in the manufacturing and administration, business support and waste management services sectors. The company's offerings include traffic cones & delineators and traffic control services. Founded in 2007, the company is currently headquartered... Subscribe to learn more
Traffic Control Services Inc.
Traffic Control Services Inc. is a private company operating regionally in the administration, business support and waste management services sector. The company's offerings include traffic control services. Founded in 2004, the company is currently headquartered in Wichita, Kansas, United States of America... Subscribe to learn more
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Procurement Management KPIs for the Traffic Control Services Market
Managing vendor performance throughout the contract period is easier when tracking specific key performance indicators (KPIs). For example, buyers should monitor Average Response Time and Customer Satisfaction (CSAT). Buyers may experience better performance throughout their contracts if they establish service level agreements (SLAs) based on Response-Time and other factors.
| KPI | Level of Importance (1-5) | Measurements | Key Considerations |
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| Average Response Time |
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Time to respond to outreach via email Time to respond to outreach via phone |
Buyers should assess how attentive suppliers are to buyer outreach in order to gauge whether the vendor is providing high-quality customer service. Buyers should weigh response times differently for phone and email contact and based on the severity of the issue being presented to the supplier. |
| Customer Satisfaction (CSAT) |
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Number of positive customer responses Number of customer responses |
Customer satisfaction represents customers’ overall satisfaction with a company. Customer satisfaction can be used to determine whether customer improvements are required. Customer satisfaction can be used to evaluate a company’s reputation. |
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Questions to Ask During Procurement Negotiations
How can I gain leverage during negotiations?
Experience and Expertise
For how many years have you been in business?
On average, how many years of experience does your staff have in this field?
Quality Control
How do you define quality in your work?
What checks and balances are in place to be sure that the traffic control set up around my work site has received a thorough evaluation?
Inventory Control
From where do you source your supplies and equipment?
Have you ever encountered a situation in which you did not have an adequate amount of equipment or supplies to properly accommodate a project? How did you react?
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Traffic Control Services RFP Guidelines
What should my RFP include?
Organizational Overview
All buyers should provide an overview of their city or organization, including the number of residents or occupants and date of incorporation.
All buyers should provide information regarding the size of their land or project area.
Statement Of Need
Municipal buyers should establish working hours for the service provider.
Nonmunicipal buyers should suggest optimal schedule times and state the frequency with which services should be performed.
Project Budget
Municipal buyers should disclose from which part of their budget (or fund) service payments will be made.
All buyers should suggest the best method of billing.
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