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The Department of State has issued a special notice directed at manufacturers of anti-ram barriers in response to the increase in misleading certification ratings found on websites and promotional materials. This notice aims to clarify the specific certifications that the Department of State provides and to establish proper guidelines for accurately representing the anti-ram barrier ratings. Manufacturers are encouraged to adhere strictly to these standards to ensure transparency and consistency in their product information. The notice, posted by the Acquisitions - Aqm Momentum office within the Department of State, emphasizes the importance of truthful and clear communication regarding barrier performance data. Contact points for further inquiries include Sara Marron and Katherine Vultaggio via their provided email addresses. This effort reflects the Department’s commitment to maintaining integrity and reliability in the security equipment market.

General Info

Department of State mandates accurate anti-ram barrier certification and transparent manufacturer disclosures.

Agency

Department Of State → Acquisitions - Aqm Momentum

NAICS

332999 - All Other Miscellaneous Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing

Place of Performance

DC

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

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Notice+for+Anti+Ram+Ratings+v8.pdf

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PostedOct 18

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AgencyDepartment Of State → Acquisitions - Aqm Momentum

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OfficeWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of State → Acquisitions - Aqm Momentum

Office AddressWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA

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Sara Marron

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Katherine Vultaggio

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This is a special notice for Anti-Ram Barrier Manufacturers due to an increase in misleading certification ratings verbiage on manufacturer websites and promotional literature. Please see attached PDF for clear guidance on what the Department of State certifies and the appropriate way to convey anti-ram ratings.

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