Crash Attenuators (TMA)

The Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) is seeking bids for Energy Absorption Crash Cushions, specifically Truck Mounted and Trailer Mounted Traffic Maintenance Attenuators (TMAs) through an Invitation to Bid (ITB). The procurement seeks two distinct TMA types: a trailer-mounted unit and a truck-mounted unit designed to install over a dump truck tailgate. Vendors must provide crash attenuators that comply with the latest MASH (Manual for Assessing Safety Hardware) standards and have previously submitted performance crash test results to the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). Required deliverables include comprehensive technical specifications for both TMA types, featuring collapsible frame assemblies, cartridges, impact faces, arrow boards, electrical systems, and specific safety features. The bid is scheduled for public opening on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at 2:00 P.M. Local Time, with electronic submissions required through the Bonfire Procurement Portal. The contract will have an initial one-year term with potential for four additional one-year extensions, and DelDOT reserves the right to extend the contract on a month-to-month basis for up to three months. The Department may also require a demonstration of the unit at a designated location prior to final approval.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. No incumbent vendors are identified in the provided documentation. Vendors must provide comprehensive insurance coverage, including commercial general liability, automotive liability, and workers' compensation. While no specific budget range is detailed, the bid form indicates there are no guaranteed minimum contract quantities, and pricing should remain firm for the initial contract term. Potential bidders are encouraged to submit proposals for all items they can supply, suggesting an open and competitive procurement process. The bid emphasizes technical compliance and safety standards over specific financial thresholds, with vendors required to provide detailed manufacturer information, model numbers, lead times, and total pricing for the specified TMA units. Successful vendors will need to demonstrate not only competitive pricing but also strict adherence to the technical specifications and safety standards outlined in the solicitation.