Vehicular Modular Barricades

2026-11-03

The City of East Lansing is soliciting proposals for the purchase of a modular vehicular barricade system for use during downtown events and temporary street closures . This RFB is informed by the Downtown Events Street Closure & Barricade System Planning Report prepared by Thornton Tomasetti . The full report is included asExhibit A . Relevant excerpts and reference materials identifying the specific type of modular vehicular barricade systems sought are included asExhibit Band shall be used by vendors to understand the intended application , performance expectations , and deployment concepts for this project . The Thornton Tomasetti report identifies modular , vehicular modular barricades as the preferred solution for many downtown event locations due to their portability , flexibility , and safety performance . The City intends to procure a complete , turnkey system that can be deployed by City staff across multiple locations and event types . The City is seeking a cohesive system that includes :• Portable , vehicular modular barricades • Interconnection components to link multiple barricades into a continuous barrier line • A compatible gate or access feature that allows controlled pedestrian and emergency vehicle access without full barrier removal • A dedicated transport and storage trailer capable of hauling and organizing the barricade units • Any accessories required for safe , efficient deployment and operationThe modular barricade system will be used for events such as : Albert EL Fresco , Art Festival , Jazz Festival , Great Pumpkin Walk , Street Closure Request Program for Businesses , and Neighborhood Block Parties . Products proposed under this RFB must :• Not require below - grade foundations • Be capable of rapid deployment , removal , and redeployment by City staff • Be suitable for frequent transport and repeated use • Provide protection from accidental or intentional vehicle intrusions • Allow for controlled emergency and pedestrian access through a gate or pass - through feature • Meet applicable crash - rated or anti - ram performance standards • Be appropriate for use in a dense , downtown urban environmentThe City is seeking pricing for a turnkey modular barricade system that can be stored , transported , and deployed as a unified set . Exhibits A and B are provided to define the City ’ s intent and desired system characteristics . Vendors may propose equivalent modular vehicular barrier systems that meet or exceed the intent , functionality , and performance criteria outlined in the Thornton Tomasetti report and illustrated in the exhibits . See more

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