SAM #05052026

Procurement of Three Multi-Energy Portal (MEP) Systems for Southwest Border Ports

This procurement opportunity from the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, focuses on acquiring advanced inspection systems for border security. - The agency intends to purchase three Multi-Energy Portal (MEP) systems for non-intrusive inspection of large vehicles at Southwest Border ports. - These systems are designed to detect contraband in buses, recreational vehicles, and truck tractors with trailers. - Rapiscan Systems is the sole source provider due to proprietary technology, existing installations, and established relationships with port authorities. - The contract is a firm fixed price task order under an existing IDIQ contract. - The base period of performance is from April 30, 2026, to April 29, 2027; no option years are specified. - Place of performance is at Southwest Border ports, with contracting managed from DHS offices in Washington, DC. - No competing OEMs or alternative products are named, but similar solutions may exist from other security technology manufacturers. - No specific part numbers are provided; the procurement is for three complete MEP systems.

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JUSTIFICATION AND APPROVAL FOR OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION 41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(7)

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