YELL Crash Cushion Procurement

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines the requirements for the purchase and delivery of non-gating, re-directive crash cushions for use on the National Highway System and other Federal-aid roadways within Yellowstone National Park. The primary goal is to procure crash cushions that meet specific safety and performance standards.

• Product: 4 units of MASH Test Level 2 (TL-2) compliant, non-gating, re-directive crash cushions.

• Compliance: Must be eligible for use on Federal-aid projects per FHWA requirements. The document specifies a "Brand Name OR EQUAL" basis, using TrafFix Devices TL-2 Non-Gating Re-Directive Crash Cushion as the reference.

• Construction: Made and assembled in the USA. Constructed of steel thrie-beam fender panels and steel diaphragms. Energy dissipation via a mechanical shear-bolt system. Must be self-templating and fully preassembled.

• Performance: Must be non-gating and re-directive for all impact conditions, provide uniform energy attenuation, perform under extreme temperatures, and be capable of uni-directional and bi-directional operation. Specific mechanisms to be excluded include hydraulic cylinders, energy-absorbing cartridges/modules, cables, pulleys, and tension bars.

• Dimensions & Weight: Nominal characteristics include 1460 pounds weight, 13 feet length, 30 inches width, and 32 inches height. Minor variations are permissible if performance requirements are met.

• Installation: Must attach to concrete Jersey barriers with a minimum of four anchor bolts and be compatible with concrete, asphalt, or hybrid foundation types (specific thicknesses listed).

• Object Markers: Must accommodate configurable, field-adjustable multi-directional object markers.

• Quantity: 4 each crash cushions.

• Delivery: To Yellowstone National Park, 22 Stable Street, Yellowstone National Park, WY 82190. Price shall include delivery.

• Submittals Required: Manufacturer's product data and technical specifications, documentation demonstrating MASH TL-2 compliance, FHWA eligibility documentation, and installation/anchoring details.

• Acceptance Criteria: Based on verification of compliance with specifications, MASH TL-2, and FHWA/State DOT eligibility requirements.

• Not explicitly stated, but compliance with Federal-aid project requirements implies adherence to federal procurement regulations.

• The document references AASHTO Manual for Assessing Safety Hardware (MASH), AASHTO Roadside Design Guide, and FHWA eligibility requirements. In case of conflict, the more restrictive requirement governs.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ) for commercial items, issued by the National Park Service. It serves as the only solicitation, and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. The procurement is for MASH Test Level 2 (TL-2) compliant, non-gating, re-directive crash cushions, eligible for use on Federal-aid projects and meeting Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) requirements. The National Park Service will provide installation.

• MASH Test Level 2 (TL-2) compliant crash cushions.

• Non-gating, re-directive crash cushions.

• Eligible for use on Federal-aid projects.

• Must meet FHWA requirements.

• Products must be made and assembled in the United States of America.

• "Brand Name or Equal" is permitted, with specific reference to the TrafFix Devices DELTA TL-2+ Non-Gating Re-Directive Crash Cushion design.

• Contract Type: Firm-fixed price.

• Period of Performance: April 13, 2026, to June 15, 2026.

• Anticipated Award Date: On or before April 5, 2026.

• Effective Date: April 6, 2026.

• Quotes are due by 12:00 PM ET on March 30, 2026.

• Offers must be submitted via email to stephen_loftus@nps.gov.

• Evaluation will be based on price and technical capability of "OR EQUAL" items.

• Award will be made to the responsible offeror whose offer is most advantageous to the Government.

• Key submission requirements include a completed SF18, signed amendments (if any), completed provisions, and detailed product specifications for "OR EQUAL" items.

• This requirement is a total small business set-aside.

• The associated NAICS code is 319999.

• The small business size standard is 550 people.

• Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and be considered a small business for the specified NAICS code.

• A "Crash Cushions Specification Document" is attached.

• Questions regarding the solicitation will be accepted until 12:00 PM ET, March 27, 2026.