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TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
VIA: SERGIO GONZALEZ, CITY MANAGER
FROM: ROCKY WENRICK, CHIEF OF POLICE
DATE: JULY 21, 2025
SUBJECT: PURCHASE OF MVB3X 72-UNIT TRAILER PACKAGE (SYSTEM #AST3X-72/72-
400206-40) FROM ADVANCED SECURITY TECHNOLOGIES, LLC
BACKGROUND:
The Police Department is requesting approval to purchase a Modular Vehicle Barrier system to enhance
public safety at city events and critical incidents. In recent years, cities worldwide have faced the threat
of vehicles being used as weapons against crowds, underscoring the need for effective perimeter security
at public gatherings. In response, the Department researched available mobile barrier solutions and
identified the MVB3X 72-Unit Trailer Package as the optimal choice. The MVB3X system is a modular,
lightweight vehicle barrier solution that can be rapidly deployed to protect streets, special events,
parades, and other venues from unauthorized or hostile vehicle entry. Funding for this purchase was
approved in the FY 2025/26 budget, and the acquisition will bolster the City’s proactive measures to
safeguard the community. The vendor, Advanced Security Technologies LLC (AST) – the exclusive
U.S. distributor of the MVB3X system– has provided a quote of $205,241.40 for the complete 72-unit
package, which includes all equipment, delivery, and on-site training.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
1)Waive the competitive bidding process as authorized under Azusa Municipal Code Section 2-
520(b), which provides an exception for sole source purchases. (AST is the sole source
vendor for the MVB3X barrier system, a unique safety technology not available from any
other provider.); and
2)Approve the purchase of one (1) MVB3X 72-Unit Trailer Package (System #AST3X-72/72-
400206-40) from Advanced Security Technologies LLC in the amount of $205,241.40, as
budgeted in FY 2025/26. This approval includes authorization for the City Manager to
execute any documents necessary to effectuate the purchase.
Approved
City Council
July 21, 2025
Purchase of MVB3X 72-Unit Trailer Package
July 21, 2025
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ANALYSIS:
The MVB3X Modular Vehicle Barrier System is a portable, rapidly deployable barrier network designed
to stop or redirect hostile vehicles and protect pedestrians. This system has been extensively tested and
certified to the highest industry standards – it is U.S. Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act
Designated and crash-rated under ASTM F2656-15 (U.S. standard) test protocols. In practical terms, the
MVB3X barrier array is rated to withstand and halt a 16,500-pound vehicle (7.5-ton truck) traveling at
30 mph, a level of performance that meets or exceeds federal anti-ram requirements
The SAFETY Act designation indicates the system has been vetted as an effective anti -terrorism
technology by DHS, providing confidence in its capability as well as certain liability protections for the
City when deployed in public safety missions Each MVB3X barrier unit weighs only ~53 pounds and is
engineered for mobility and quick deployment. A single officer can manually carry and position the
units; no heavy machinery or tools are required for assembly. The barrier sections connect together
easily with a pin-and-clip system, allowing one person to close an entire roadway in a matter of seconds.
Because the design is modular, the units link to cover any street or access point, adapting to various road
widths and configurations. The full 72-unit system can secure up to 10 traffic lanes of road coverage
when deployed at once. When not in use, the units fold compactly for storage. No routine maintenance is
required for the barrier components (they are corrosion-resistant and have no moving parts that need
servicing). This makes the system highly reliable and cost-effective over its service life. AST will
provide on-site training to Azusa PD personnel (at no extra cost) on the proper deployment, use, and
repacking of the system. This training ensures that our staff can efficiently utilize the barriers during
emergencies or events from day one.
The 72-Unit Trailer Package includes a custom-designed enclosed trailer that stores and transports all
barrier components securely. The heavy-duty trailer is purpose-built for this system: it features tandem
axles with a 14,000-pound hauling capacity, electric brakes, and full DOT compliance for safe highway
towing. Despite its capacity, the trailer is compact – it is under 16 feet in length and approximately
101.5 inches wide, which improves maneuverability in city environments. The trailer has six (6)
lockable access doors on each side, providing organized compartments for loading and unloading the
barrier units. Each MVB3X unit has a dedicated slot inside the trailer and is secured with a secondary
retention mechanism during transport to prevent shifting.
The MVB3X system incorporates several safety features and advantages that make it especially suitable
for crowd-heavy events in urban settings. All barrier modules are finished in high-visibility Safety
Yellow coloring to serve as a clear visual deterrent to drivers and to alert pedestrians to the barricaded
area. The bottom edges of each barrier unit are shielded by aluminum toe -plate covers, which eliminate
any sharp edges or tripping hazards for pedestrians and event participants moving near the barrier line.
The barrier design is an “open framework” style – there are no large solid panels – which maintains
sight lines for officers and avoids providing concealment for potential threats (an added tactical benefit).
Despite being lightweight and portable, the structural engineering of the MVB3X causes an impacting
vehicle’s kinetic energy to be transferred downward into the ground, bringing the vehicle to a rapid stop
with minimal rebound.
By deploying the MVB3X, the Police Department can significantly improve event security and traffic
control flexibility while also reducing labor and response time.
Purchase of MVB3X 72-Unit Trailer Package
July 21, 2025
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Procurement and Sole Source Justification: Advanced Security Technologies LLC (AST) of Irvine, CA
is the sole authorized provider of the MVB3X barrier system in the United States. No other company
manufactures or sells an equivalent product with the same certified capabilities. Under Azusa Municipal
Code §2-520(b), sole source purchases are exempt from competitive bidding when a commodity is
unique, available from only one vendor, and possesses singular characteristics or performance
capabilities not obtainable from other sources. Delivery of the unit is expected within the fiscal year, and
upon arrival the system will be put into service to immediately enhance our capability to protect city
events.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The total cost for the 72-Unit Trailer Barrier System is $205,241.40. Sufficient funds for this purchase
are included in the adopted FY 2025/26 Police Department budget. Specifically, $206,175 is available in
the Police Department’s capital outlay/equipment account #68-00-000-000-7140.
Prepared by: Reviewed by:
Justin Beaver Rocky Wenrick
Police Sergeant Chief of Police
Reviewed and Approved by:
Sergio Gonzalez
City Manager
Attachments:
1) Vendor Quote – Advanced Security Technologies LLC
2) Vendor Sole Source Letter
www.vehicle-barriers.com
Bringing Advanced Technologies to the Security World
February 12th, 2025
Justin Beaver Phone: (626) 633-4033
Azusa Police Department (CA) Email: justin.beaver@azusaca.gov
725 N Alameda Ave
Azusa, California 91702
REFERENCE: Modular Vehicle Barrier MVB3X System (72-Unit Trailer Package)
System Number: AST3X-72/72-400206-40
Sergeant Justin Beaver,
Thank you very much for your interest in our SAFETY Act-designated MVB3X Modular Vehicle
Barrier System. We are pleased to provide the specifications and pricing information related to
the trailer system below. We sincerely appreciate your agency’s positive interest in utilizing our
certified system in protecting your events.
A. Mandatory Performance Based Specifications:
1. Must be US Department of Homeland Security Safety Act Designated.
2. Barrier System must be certified to ASTM-F2656-15, PAS 68 and IWA standards.
3. Barrier System must be modular and adaptable to any road width.
4. Multiple traffic lanes of continuous coverage must be able to be assembled without the
use of cables or ball/hitch connections. Cables shall not be used in the modular vehicle
barrier system.
5. Three points of connection via metal structure and pins are REQUIRED to connect the
barriers to each other to ensure continuity in the barrier integrity and stopping
capability.
6. The Barriers MUST be Safety Yellow in color for maximum visibility
7. A continuous section of barriers can create an operational gate to meet any road width,
which shall be assembled and moved in one continuous line.
8. Gates may not be created with ropes, chains, or arrestor cable.
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9. Open and close one lane by a single person in less than ten seconds
10. Multiple connected lanes of barriers can be moved at once.
11. One person to assemble, deploy and dismantle
12. Quick perimeter access in case of an emergency
13. The vehicle barrier must have an open structure design, with no solid metal/bullet
resistant piece being more than 18” in width, as to not provide an active shooter cover
and concealment.
14. The system must have an open structure design to minimize risk of ricochet or spall to
personnel in the vicinity in an active shooter event.
15. Barriers cannot inhibit visibility of personnel to see adults and children who may be on
either side of the barriers, therefore no barrier component may be 4 square ft.
16. Individual barrier units must fold for easy carrying and storage
17. No tools required for assembly
18. Zero maintenance
B. Modular Vehicle Barrier Product Specifications:
1. Barrier Units must be able to be deployed in increments of 2 feet or less to ensure it
will fit any size roadway.
2. Each complete MVB3X unit must weigh less than 53 lbs.
3. Each unit dimensions: L~46.5”, W~21”, H~32”.
4. Tools shall not be required. System is to be assembled with pins.
5. Barriers must have the ability to be folded for transportation.
6. MVB3X units must have the option to pivot and transition into an operational gate.
7. MVB3X units must have the option of slide wheels for lateral movement.
8. Barriers must be capable of quick deployment (less than a minute to deploy a single
unit).
9. Barriers must be able to be deployed by one person.
10. Bottom edges of the barriers must be protected by aluminum covers (for pedestrian
safety).
11. Barrier System shall have the ability to be deployed from the road and up to sidewalk in
one continuous line.
12. MVB3X units shall have multi-terrain capability.
13. MVB3X units shall not require any maintenance.
14. Magnetic sequential lights shall attach to MVB3X units.
C. MVB3X 72-Unit Transport Trailer Specifications:
1. Trailer must be enclosed and MUST have a hardcover roof for long term protection.
2. Trailer to include drip rails. The Trailer shall be made in the United States and comply
with U.S. DOT regulations.
3. The Trailer must be New/Unused.
4. Trailer can hold up to 72 MVB3X units + Pivots.
5. Trailer must have storage and transport capacity of up to (10) lanes of barriers.
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6. 72-unit Trailer will have 6 doors on each side
7. 72-unit Trailer shall not be longer than 16 feet.
8. Trailer shall be 101.5” wide.
9. 72 Unit Trailer shall be tandem axle.
10. 14,000 lb. hauling capacity.
11. Electric brakes.
12. LED lighting.
13. 15,000-pound safety chain.
14. Trailer will come equipped with a 2 5/16” hitch.
15. Spare wheel + Tire ST225/75/R12 (6 Lug).
16. All containment steel shall be powder coated.
17. MVB3X barriers can be loaded/stored from both sides.
18. Each MVB3X unit has its own dedicated slot for safe transport.
19. Each MVB3X is locked in place for transport with secondary retainment system.
20. Unit shall have Stainless Steel latches & hinges.
21. Zinc coated steel rivets, nuts & bolts.
22. Dedicated space for pivot units.
23. Each door has locks for safe storage. All keyed alike.
24. Single storage compartment shall be provided on the trailer. Each compartment shall be
24” tall x 35” deep x 96” wide.
25. Trailer shall be black in color.
D. Sequential Lighting Specifications
1. 24+ hours of continuous flash.
2. Charge all flares at once.
3. Visible range of 3,000+ feet
4. 6 hour recharge time from completely dead battery.
5. RDS™ (Rapid Deployment System): Automatically turns on flare when removed from
case.
6. 30,000 lbs crush strength.
7. Flare specification: Weight = .5 lbs.
Dimensions: L = 4.25 in, W = 3.5 in, H = 1 in.
8. 10 Set specification: Weight with flares = 7 lbs,
Dimensions: L = 11.7 in, W = 9.2 in, H = 1.2 in
Includes: Carrying/Charging case, DC 12/24V car charger plug, AC wall charger plug
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E. Pricing Information.
72-Unit MVB3X Trailer Package
System Number Description Unit Price Quantity Extended
AST3X-72/72-400206-40
72 MVB3X Capacity
Fully Loaded Trailer
System
$186,160 1 $186,160
Freight F.O.B. Destination Included 1 Included
AST Services On-site Equipment
Training (Fee Waived) Included 1 Included
LA County Sales Tax 10.25% 1 $19,081.40
Total $205,241.40
Individual Trailer System Inventory – Full 72 Unit Trailer
Description Quantity Description Quantity
Trailer with capacity for 72
MVB3X Units and accessories 1 Magnetic Sequential Lighting
(10 pack) 4
MVB3X Units 72 Fixed Slide Wheels 2
Pivot Units 40 Rotating Slide Wheels 6
Large Storage Shipping Box 4 Banner - Single Lane 0
72 MVB3X Capacity Trailer with six compartments per side
E. Note:
1. Pivot units are only required for the purpose of using a section of MVB3X Units as an
operational gate. MVB3X Sections not designated as operational gates do not require
the use of pivot units.
2. The number of MVB3X Barriers, pivots, magnetic sequential lighting and slide wheels
can be modified based upon your specific operational or budgetary requirements.
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3. Slide wheels are used for the purposes of moving assembled sections of MVB3X laterally
throughout an area of operation without requiring the end user to disassemble and
reassemble the section.
F. Terms & Conditions:
1. F.O.B – Destination. Shipping has been included in the above price.
2. Taxes are not included. Any necessary taxes will be added to the invoice.
3. Delivery: 8-10 weeks ARO – depending on material availability.
4. Payment terms – TBD
5. Prices are valid for 90 days.
6. Purchase of equipment is subject to Advanced Security Technologies LLC standard terms
and conditions.
Please feel free to contact me should you require any additional information.
Sincerely,
Michael DonDiego
Director of Business Development
Advanced Security Technologies LLC
Mobile: (732) 675-9000 I mdondiego@adsectec.com
Bringing Advanced Technologies to the security world
www.adsectec.com www.vehicle-barriers.com
July 8, 2025
Justin A. Beaver
Azusa Police Department (CA)
Justin.beaver@azusaca.gov
626-812-3211
REFERENCE: Sole Source Letter – MVB3X Modular Vehicle Barrier System Trailer Package
Lieutenant Beaver,
This letter confirms that Advanced Security Technologies LLC is the sole source provider of the Modular
Vehicle Barrier System package, which includes the specialized transport trailer, the modular vehicle
barriers, pivot systems, lighting system, banners and packaging boxes. No other company or entity
provides this full system with all the components.
AST has been supplying the Modular Vehicle Barrier System package throughout the United States, and
we look forward to working with you as well.
If you have any additional questions, feel free to contact me at any time.
Sincerely,
Yaron Getter
Principal & Co-Founder
Advanced Security Technologies LLC