OP33900- Purchase of three mobile vehicle barriers with trailers

The New York State Parks Police (NYSPP) is procuring three complete Archer 1200 Mobile Barrier systems, each with tow trailers, to enhance Hostile Vehicle Mitigation efforts across all New York State parks. These barriers are intended to protect park visitors at high-density venues by preventing vehicle ramming and deterring vehicle-borne improvised explosive devices. The procurement is a sole-source award granted to Meridian Rapid Defense Group, reflecting the specialized nature of the equipment and the unique capabilities of the awarded vendor. This is a one-time purchase with a contract value estimated between $100,000 and $300,000, and the procurement process is exempt from advertising due to the sole-source designation. The solicitation was posted on October 4, 2024, with a response deadline of October 11, 2024. The contract covers all counties within New York State and is managed by the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation. Interested parties or those seeking further information can contact Claudette Hennessy, Contract Management Specialist, via email or phone. The procurement aims to bolster safety measures at parks statewide, ensuring rapid deployment of effective vehicle barriers to mitigate potential threats at public venues.