IFB159898 - Dragnet Truck Arrestor System Parts

The state of Virginia, specifically Clarke County, is seeking sealed bids for Invitation for Bid (IFB) 159898, which involves the procurement of Dragnet Truck Arrestor System component parts. The procurement targets specific assemblies including metal tape for energy absorbers, net assemblies, and associated net station replacement hardware. All materials must be new, genuine parts specifically manufactured to be compatible with the Dragnet Truck Arrestor System, which is patented and manufactured by Cushion & Barrier, LLC. The bid was posted on May 29, 2025, with a submission deadline of June 10, 2025. Potential vendors must provide precise, high-quality replacement components that meet exact specifications for the specialized truck arrestor system. Vendors will need to demonstrate technical capability to provide parts that are precisely compatible with the existing patented system infrastructure.

No specific set-aside designations or restrictions on vendor types were explicitly mentioned in the procurement documentation. The bid appears to be open to qualified vendors capable of supplying the exact component parts for the Dragnet Truck Arrestor System. While no incumbent vendor details beyond the system's original manufacturer (Cushion & Barrier, LLC) were provided, potential bidders will need to show technical competence and the ability to provide parts that meet precise manufacturing specifications. The procurement suggests a specialized technical procurement with likely limited vendor pool due to the specific compatibility requirements. No specific budget range or potential award value was disclosed in the available documentation, indicating that pricing will be determined through the competitive bidding process.