GTSI To Upgrade Port Of Oakland’s Perimeter Security System

  • Jul 28, 2009

GTSI Corp., an enterprise infrastructure solutions and services provider to government, was recently awarded a $7 million contract by the Port of Oakland's Commissioners. The contract calls for GTSI to upgrade the port's existing perimeter security system and also install a fiber optic communications system. Awarded under GTSI's U.S. Communities contract, the work is on target to be completed by April 2010.

"Our nation's ports are one of our precious natural resources that must be protected," said Scott Friedlander, GTSI president and CEO. "Over the course of the next year, we look forward to working with the Port of Oakland to enhance perimeter security and install a robust communications network to better protect port workers, local citizens and container cargo entering the port. We are proud that many other communities nationwide have implemented our security and communications solutions and we are pleased to be working with the Port of Oakland to provide a greater ability to deter and detect intrusions at their facilities."

"The teaming of the Port of Oakland and GTSI is another great example of a public/private partnership," said Mike O'Brien, who oversees Port of Oakland's security for its maritime operations. "Together, we have created a plan that will help us meet our goal of providing safer and more secure facilities for our customers. We look forward to working with GTSI to complete this project in a timely and cost-effective manner."

GTSI has employed its proven Technology Lifecycle Management plan to design and implement many security and communications projects for seaports and regional and international airports across the nation. To fulfill contracts, such as the Port of Oakland, GTSI teams with local businesses to help with various phases of the project.

Oakland has operated a public harbor to serve waterborne commerce since its incorporation in 1852 and has operated an airport in conjunction with the harbor since 1927. The port has three major business lines; aviation, maritime and commercial real estate.

The port's Aviation Division operates Oakland International Airport, a passenger, cargo and general aviation airport which offers 150 daily nonstop flights to 35 destinations. The port's Maritime Division manages the fifth busiest container port in the United States. In addition, the port's real estate includes commercial developments such as Jack London Square and hundreds of acres of public parks and conservation areas. The Port of Oakland was established in 1927 and is an independent department of the City of Oakland.

Featured

  • UL Solutions Launches Artificial Intelligence Safety Certification Services

    UL Solutions Inc., a global leader in safety science, today announced the launch of artificial intelligence (AI) safety certification services, enabling comprehensive assessments for evaluating the safety of AI-powered products. Read Now

  • ESA Announces Initiative to Introduce the SECURE Act in State Legislatures

    The Electronic Security Association (ESA), the national voice for the electronic security and life safety industry, has announced plans to introduce the SECURE Act in state legislatures across the country beginning in 2025. The proposal, known as Safeguarding Election Candidates Using Reasonable Expenditures, provides a clear framework that allows candidates and elected officials to use campaign funds for professional security services. Read Now

    • Guard Services

  • Ransomware Attacks Rise for the First Time in Six Months

    Ransomware attacks have risen for the first time in six months, increasing by 28% month-on-month to 421 attacks. While overall attack volume remained below 500, the uptick may signal a renewed escalation heading into the year’s most active period for cyber criminals. Read Now

  • Report: 47 Percent of Security Service Providers Are Not Yet Using AI or Automation Tools

    Trackforce, a provider of security workforce management platforms, today announced the launch of its 2025 Physical Security Operations Benchmark Report, an industry-first study that benchmarks both private security service providers and corporate security teams side by side. Based on a survey of over 300 security professionals across the globe, the report provides a comprehensive look at the state of physical security operations. Read Now

    • Guard Services

  • Identity Governance at the Crossroads of Complexity and Scale

    Modern enterprises are grappling with an increasing number of identities, both human and machine, across an ever-growing number of systems. They must also deal with increased operational demands, including faster onboarding, more scalable models, and tighter security enforcement. Navigating these ever-growing challenges with speed and accuracy requires a new approach to identity governance that is built for the future enterprise. Read Now

Most   Popular

New Products

  • 4K Video Decoder

    3xLOGIC’s VH-DECODER-4K is perfect for use in organizations of all sizes in diverse vertical sectors such as retail, leisure and hospitality, education and commercial premises.

  • EasyGate SPT and SPD

    EasyGate SPT SPD

    Security solutions do not have to be ordinary, let alone unattractive. Having renewed their best-selling speed gates, Cominfo has once again demonstrated their Art of Security philosophy in practice — and confirmed their position as an industry-leading manufacturers of premium speed gates and turnstiles.

  • HD2055 Modular Barricade

    Delta Scientific’s electric HD2055 modular shallow foundation barricade is tested to ASTM M50/P1 with negative penetration from the vehicle upon impact. With a shallow foundation of only 24 inches, the HD2055 can be installed without worrying about buried power lines and other below grade obstructions. The modular make-up of the barrier also allows you to cover wider roadways by adding additional modules to the system. The HD2055 boasts an Emergency Fast Operation of 1.5 seconds giving the guard ample time to deploy under a high threat situation.